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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Walt Opie - Mindfully Facing Our Own Mortality
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Teacher Walt Opie\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Walt Opie\, 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\nMindfully Facing Our Own MortalityOne of the keys to understanding the Buddhist practice of death contemplation is remembering that it’s not just about all things being impermanent. Rather\, it’s about mindfully facing our own death and understanding it could come at any time. The good news is that this practice can lead to lessening our fear of death and learning to live more fully (and even joyfully) each day. \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nWalt Opie will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Nov 6 Walt 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-2025nov06/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T210000
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Rich Howard - Greatest Blessings
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Teacher Rich Howard\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Rich Howard\, 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\nGreatest BlessingsIn this season of gratitude\, Rich will bring reflections on the “greatest blessings” from the Maha-Mangala Sutta (Sutta Nipata 2.4). When asked to tell the greatest blessing\, the Buddha gave a short discourse in verse containing 38 blessings. This beloved sutta reminds us that\, even in the midst of loss and grief\, our ordinary lives contain so many sources of gratitude and happiness. In balancing our awareness of suffering with the uplifting conditions in life\, we come closer to seeing things as they are. This awareness provides a balance to our daily life practice and a motivation for skillful action in the world.Rich last offered a reflection on this sutta three years ago\, as we celebrated 20 years of SIM. This evening will be structured differently\, as we will explore the Buddha’s examples in small group discussions to find sources of happiness relevant to our lives today. November 13\, 2025 \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nRich Howard will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Nov 13 Rich 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-2025nov13/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T190000
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Dennis Warren - What Are We Supposed to “See Clearly”
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Founding Teacher Dennis Warren\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Dennis Warren\, 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\nWhat Are We Supposed to “See Clearly”One of the fundamental teachings we hear regularly is to “see things clearly as they are.” But Seeing Clearly is not an inherent quality of mind. It is a skill that matures through intentional development. Join us this evening to explore these questions:* What does it mean to “see clearly”?* What are we supposed to see clearly?* Why is seeing clearly so important?* What are the obstacles to seeing clearly? And what do we do about them?* How do we develop this skill? \n\n\n\nThe presentation and discussion will include a practical examination\, and handout\, of the critical elements of the Historical Buddha’s Psychology of Causation which explains the nature of suffering. We’ll apply Seeing Clearly to the stressful dynamics of being with family during the holidays.Whether you’re just beginning your practice\, or have been on the path for years\, you’ll find something helpful in this exploration. We welcome you to join us either in person or via ZOOM. Dennis will be presenting in person. He encourages you to be there in person too to meet with old as well as new friends\, and enjoy an evening of community and exploring the Buddha’s teachings. \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nDennis Warren will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Nov 20 Dennis 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-2025nov20/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251127T000000
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SUMMARY:No Meeting – Federal Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Happy Thanksgiving.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2025nov27/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251129T163000
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SUMMARY:(Onsite) Daylong Retreat - Dennis Warren - Artificial Intelligence & Buddhist Practice: Harnessing AI to Support Study\, Meditation and Daily Life
DESCRIPTION:Dennis Warren\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaylong Retreat/Workshop 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\nArtificial Intelligence & Buddhist Practice: Harnessing AI to Support Study\, Meditation and Daily LifeThis day of practice explores how emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can meaningfully support the study\, meditation and integration of Buddhist teachings into daily life.Participants will move beyond common technology-related concerns to engage with a grounded\, practical framework for working with the opportunities and challenges of using AI into a contemplative practice.The day is structured around real-world AI examples drawn from the teacher’s experience around three themes: What you can do with AI; How to do it; and What not to do.Participants will leave with specific guidelines and hands-on tools they can use immediately.Topics will include: \n\n\n\n\nWhat AI is\, and isn’t\, from a technological perspective.\n\n\n\nWhat AI is\, and isn’t\, from a Buddhist perspective.\n\n\n\nWhat a helpful Buddhist relationship with AI could look like.\n\n\n\nHow AI can support and deepen our study\, meditation\, and daily use of Buddhist teachings.\n\n\n\n\nDuring 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. \n\n\n\nNo prior AI experience is necessary. The day is appropriate for all levels of practice and experience. Please bring a pen/pencil and paper\, and your own lunch. Plan on staying on-site at the Sacramento Dharma Center all day during the retreat. \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\n10/11/2025 – Registration opens.\n\n\n\n11/29/2025 – Attend and enjoy the wonderful retreat.\n\n\n\n11/29/2025 – 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      November 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/onsite-daylong-retreat-with-dennis-warren/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center Building\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T190000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T210000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251225T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251225T235959
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SUMMARY:No Meeting Tonight
DESCRIPTION:Happy Holidays.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2025dec25/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260101T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260101T235959
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SUMMARY:No Meeting Tonight
DESCRIPTION:Happy Holidays.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/no-meeting-tonight/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T210000
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Beginning Meditation (6-week course)
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRich Howard\n\n\n\nSara Denzler\n\n\n\nDiana Clark\n\n\n\nWalt Opie\n\n\n\n\nParticipants meet for six weeks on Tuesday evenings 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm from January 6 through February 10\, with a daylong retreat on Saturday\, January 31 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 pm. For more information\, visit the course overview page. \n\n\n\n\nThe registration payment form displays “SOLD OUT” because the course is full and the wait list is closed. Click here for a list of other SIM courses are upcoming on the calendar. \n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\nIf registration is open\, select the “REGISTER” button to indicate you’ll be attending. For the registration fee\, we also accept personal checks; please contact the registrar for more information.Before registering for this course\, please click here to review SIM’s Registration Refund Policy. \n\n\n\n\n  \n      Beginning Meditation 6-week Course \n      $50.00 \n    SOLD OUT – Course Full\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact the Registrar\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact the registrar for information or assistance.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/beginning-meditation-2026jan/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Course,Online Remote,Upcoming Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T210000
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Diana Clark - Engaging the Eightfold Path
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 \n\n\n\n\nEngaging the Eightfold PathThe Noble Eightfold Path isn’t just a set of ideals\, it’s a practical way through the tangles of daily life. What we receive from the Path depends on how we practice it: as an occasional reference point\, or as something we weave into the ordinary moments of our days. This talk introduces a talk series on bringing the Eightfold Path meaningfully into our lives. \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 – Jan 8 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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026jan08/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T210000
DTSTAMP:20251017T234956Z
CREATED:20251017T234954Z
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Beginning Meditation Class (2 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:This class is part of a six week meditation course offered twice a year. You must pre-register to the course before attending this class. For course details\, click here.  \n\n\n\nOffer a Donation\n\n\n\nIf you are a course participant and would like to make a donation online\, click here to visit the general donation page for all SIM courses. Select “DONATE DANA” and from the dropdown list\, select “Beg.Meditation 6-week“.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/bmc2026jan2of6/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Course,Online Remote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T210000
DTSTAMP:20251219T191757Z
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Rich Howard - Speech\, Action\, Livelihood: Where the Rubber meets the Path
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Teacher Rich Howard\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Rich Howard\, 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\nSpeech\, Action\, Livelihood: Where the Rubber meets the PathIn this second part of our six-week exploration of the Noble Eightfold Path\, we will delve into the three components of the training in sila\, the development of ethical conduct. While some elements of the Path may sound theoretical or far from our experience\, the practices of skillful speech\, right action\, and our very livelihood are at the heart of our everyday lives\, whether or not we consider ourselves “Buddhist.” Connecting these areas of our life to the other Path factors like intention and mindfulness brings richness and depth to everyday activities\, enhances the quality of our relationships\, and brings ease and the “bliss of blamelessness” to our lives “off the cushion.” The mission of Sacramento Insight Meditation is to integrate “meditation practices and awareness in all aspects of individual\, family\, educational\, institutional\, work\, and community life.” The training in sila is the way to do that. \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nRich Howard will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Jan 15 Rich 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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026jan15/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T210000
DTSTAMP:20251017T235703Z
CREATED:20251017T235702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T235703Z
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Beginning Meditation Class (3 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:This class is part of a six week meditation course offered twice a year. You must pre-register to the course before attending this class. For course details\, click here.  \n\n\n\nOffer a Donation\n\n\n\nIf you are a course participant and would like to make a donation online\, click here to visit the general donation page for all SIM courses. Select “DONATE DANA” and from the dropdown list\, select “Beg.Meditation 6-week“.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/bmc2026jan3of6/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Course,Online Remote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260117T015908Z
CREATED:20251017T041206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T015908Z
UID:49032-1769108400-1769115600@sactoinsight.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Diana Clark - Seeing Clearly\, Aiming Wisely
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.Hybrid events can be attended via Zoom or onsite at the Sacramento Dharma Center. \n\n\n\n\nSeeing Clearly\, Aiming WiselyIn this talk in our series of talks on the Eightfold Path\, we’ll explore how the path begins on the inside with Right View and Right Intention. The way we interpret what’s happening and the motivations we bring\, quietly shape everything. We’ll look at how to recognize unhelpful momentum\, reconnect with what matters\, and let the path become something lived rather than merely understood. \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 – Jan 22 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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026jan22/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20251220T034802Z
CREATED:20251020T065803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T034802Z
UID:49093-1769245200-1769270400@sactoinsight.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Daylong Retreat - Rich Howard - Continuity of Awareness: A Day of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Daylong Retreat with SIM Senior Community Teacher Rich Howard\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Rich Howard\, click here. \n\n\n\nRetreat Theme\n\n\n\nContinuity of Awareness: A Day of PracticeMindfulness is at the heart of our practice in the Insight/Vipassana tradition. Since formal meditation with our community and more intensive practice on retreat are so rewarding\, it is tempting to view these formal settings as the primary places to develop the skill/habit of maintaining awareness. However\, it is the continuity of awareness\, rather than scattered short intervals of more intensive practice\, that really bears fruit and transforms our understanding\, our behavior and our relationships. As the contemporary Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya puts it: “Mindfulness is a lifetime commitment\, not a part-time job. It is something that you really\, really need to do all the time. All the time.”In this daylong retreat\, we will explore awareness in the style of Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, with short instructional talks from Rich and ample opportunity for loosely structured sitting and walking practice\, as well as question/response periods. There will also be opportunities for one-on-one practice check-ins. The daylong will be offered in-person only at the Sacramento Dharma Center.Plan to bring a lunch and stay all day. The intention for the day is to leave participants with confidence in their ability to increase continuity of awareness in formal meditation and diverse situations of daily life\, in this world\, right now. \n\n\n\nAbout This Hybrid Retreat\n\n\n\n\nThe teacher will present in-person at the Dharma Center. Participants may attend this Hybrid event via Zoom or in-person at the SDC. In-person attendance is strongly encouraged.\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 if you’ll be attending via Zoom or 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\n12/14/2025 – Registration opens.\n\n\n\n01/24/2026 – Attend and enjoy the wonderful retreat.\n\n\n\n01/24/2026 – For registration after the retreat\, send a message to the registrar to arrange payment.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\nSelect one of the following registration “ATTEND” buttons to indicate if you’ll be attending via Zoom or 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\n  \n      January Daylong registration – SDC \n      $25.00 – $50.00 \n    ATTEND In-Person\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n      January Daylong registration – Zoom \n      $25.00 – $50.00 \n    ATTEND on Zoom\n  \n    \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. \n\n\n\nHow to Attend Remotely via Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe link to attend the retreat via Zoom appears in three places: The Zoom link is on this page – select the button “Join Retreat Online” to connect to the meeting.\n\n\n\nThe Zoom link is included in the automated email sent with your “Attend on Zoom” registration.\n\n\n\nThe Zoom link is https://joinconferencing.zoom.us/join\, with Meeting ID: 820 1334 6742 and Passcode: 107578
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/retreat-jan-24/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T210000
DTSTAMP:20251017T235807Z
CREATED:20251017T235805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T235807Z
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Beginning Meditation Class (4 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:This class is part of a six week meditation course offered twice a year. You must pre-register to the course before attending this class. For course details\, click here.  \n\n\n\nOffer a Donation\n\n\n\nIf you are a course participant and would like to make a donation online\, click here to visit the general donation page for all SIM courses. Select “DONATE DANA” and from the dropdown list\, select “Beg.Meditation 6-week“.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/bmc2026jan4of6/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Course,Online Remote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T210000
DTSTAMP:20260122T011530Z
CREATED:20251017T041432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T011530Z
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Diane Wilde - Right Effort
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\nRight EffortTonight we continue our series on the Noble Eightfold Path with Right Effort\, the first of the “Samadhi” factors\, the teachings that deal with mental cultivation. \n\n\n\nRight Effort addresses our inner life: preventing unwholesome states from arising\, letting go of those that have already appeared\, and cultivating and sustaining wholesome qualities of mind. Traditionally\, it is not about striving or self-pressure\, but about wise discernment—knowing what nourishes clarity\, kindness\, and freedom\, and what leads to suffering. Learning what sort of effort to expend in our sitting meditation is crucial for developing insight. In daily life\, Right Effort shows up as choosing where we place our attention\, how we respond to habits and emotions\, and when we gently redirect ourselves rather than push or judge. It is the practice of effort that is balanced\, humane\, and aligned with our deepest values. \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 – Jan 29 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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026jan29/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20251202T083056Z
CREATED:20251202T082802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T083056Z
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Beginning Meditation Class - Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A closed retreat available to students already enrolled in the course.\n\n\n\nThis class is part of a six week meditation course offered twice a year. You must pre-register to the course before attending this class retreat. For course details\, click here. If you are a course participant and would like to make a donation online\, click here.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/bmc2026retreat1/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Course,Online Remote,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T210000
DTSTAMP:20251017T235909Z
CREATED:20251017T235908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T235909Z
UID:49078-1770145200-1770152400@sactoinsight.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Beginning Meditation Class (5 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:This class is part of a six week meditation course offered twice a year. You must pre-register to the course before attending this class. For course details\, click here.  \n\n\n\nOffer a Donation\n\n\n\nIf you are a course participant and would like to make a donation online\, click here to visit the general donation page for all SIM courses. Select “DONATE DANA” and from the dropdown list\, select “Beg.Meditation 6-week“.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/bmc2026jan5of6/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Course,Online Remote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260129T180726Z
CREATED:20251017T231659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T180726Z
UID:49048-1770318000-1770325200@sactoinsight.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Walt Opie - Right Concentration
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Teacher Walt Opie\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Walt Opie\, 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\nRight ConcentrationAs part of our ongoing series\, this talk will examine the final factor of the Noble Eightfold Path\, which is Right Concentration. Practicing Right Effort and Right Mindfulness\, in combination with a strong foundation in ethical behavior (Right Speech\, Right Action\, Right Livelihood) leads eventually to a more focused or unified mind that is easily able to stay with one object like the breath or to maintain continuous awareness as the objects of our attention change (thoughts\, sights\, sounds\, tastes\, etc). With this steady\, still\, undistracted mind\, we are then ready to cultivate insight which leads to wisdom (Right View\, Right Intention) and potentially to full awakening. \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nWalt Opie will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Feb 5 Walt 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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026feb05/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T210000
DTSTAMP:20251018T000208Z
CREATED:20251018T000206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T000208Z
UID:49080-1770750000-1770757200@sactoinsight.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Beginning Meditation Class (6 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:This class is part of a six week meditation course offered twice a year. You must pre-register to the course before attending this class. For course details\, click here.  \n\n\n\nOffer a Donation\n\n\n\nIf you are a course participant and would like to make a donation online\, click here to visit the general donation page for all SIM courses. Select “DONATE DANA” and from the dropdown list\, select “Beg.Meditation 6-week“.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/bmc2026jan6of6/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Course,Online Remote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260123T175414Z
CREATED:20251017T232153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T175414Z
UID:49049-1770922800-1770930000@sactoinsight.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Dennis Warren - “Mindfulness” in Buddhist Practice
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Founding Teacher Dennis Warren\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Dennis Warren\, 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\n“Mindfulness” in Buddhist Practice“Mindfulness” has become such a commonly used term in Western culture that its meaning now has a shape-shifting quality to it. Its definition depends on the person or group talking about it.This evening will focus on Right Mindfulness in Buddhist practice\, and distinguish it for the broader culture connotations it has taken on. Join us to explore together the following questions: \n\n\n\nWhat is “Right” mindfulness in Buddhist practice?Of what are we supposed to be mindful?Why is mindfulness important?How does one “do” or “be” mindful?What is the experience of mindfulness?Whether you’re just beginning your practice\, or have been on the path for years\, you’ll find something helpful at this SIM session. We invite you to join us in person or by ZOOM. Dennis will be presenting in person. He encourages you to be there in person\, too\, to enjoy an evening of community and the teachings of the Historical Buddha. \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nDennis Warren will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Feb 12 Dennis 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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026feb12/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260213T064339Z
CREATED:20251017T231420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T064339Z
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SUMMARY:State of the Sangha
DESCRIPTION:State of the Sangha Gathering with Diane Wilde and Amy Kovak\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for our 2026 State of the Sangha gathering. We continue the tradition begun last year of keeping our community informed about what is happening at SIM\, including updates on teaching\, finances\, and Board succession. \n\n\n\nWe will share where we are in our five-year plan\, reflect on the past year\, and offer a clear picture of SIM’s financial health. This is an opportunity to ask questions\, stay informed\, and better understand how our community is moving forward. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to gathering together in a spirit of transparency as we continue to strengthen our community. \n\n\n\nAmy Kovak(SIM Board of Directors President) \n\n\n\nOffer a Donation\n\n\n\nSIM will receive 100% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Sangha – Feb 19 SIM from the dropdown list. \n\n\n\n\nDONATE – Thursday\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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026feb19/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260223T224554Z
CREATED:20251017T232518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T224554Z
UID:49054-1772132400-1772139600@sactoinsight.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Adam Stonebraker - The Courage of the Open Heart: Cultivating the Mind in the Midst of Life
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with visiting Teacher Adam Stonebraker\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\nADAM STONEBRAKER\, a dedicated practitioner of Yoga and Meditation since 1999\, serves as the Guiding Teacher for Mountain Stream Meditation\, in Nevada City\, CA. Adam’s teachings are deeply rooted in his extensive training in Yoga and a long-standing devotion to Buddhadharma\, which inspire him to guide others towards realizing their unique potential in mind and body. His primary goal is to help individuals trust their innate wisdom and embrace the profound sense of interconnection that defines our existence.In 2019\, Adam completed a Master’s degree in the pioneering Mindfulness Studies Program at Lesley University in Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, further enriching his understanding and teaching of mindfulness practices. \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nThe teacher will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Feb 26 Adam 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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026feb26/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260129T180956Z
CREATED:20251215T225934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T180956Z
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Daylong Retreat - Walt Opie - Exploring The Four Foundations of Mindfulness
DESCRIPTION:Daylong Retreat with SIM Teacher Walt Opie\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Walt Opie\, click here. \n\n\n\nExploring The Four Foundations of MindfulnessThis daylong retreat will include guided meditations and teachings based on the four foundations of mindfulness\, which the Buddha called “the direct path for the purification of beings… [and] for the realization of Nibbana.” These four domains of mindfulness practice are: the body\, feeling tone\, mind states\, and phenomena or qualities (dhammas). If you’ve ever wondered\, “What exactly am I supposed to be mindful of?” then hopefully this day of practice will help give you some answers. The retreat will be a combination of sitting\, walking\, short dharma talks\, discussion and breakout groups. \n\n\n\nAbout This Hybrid Retreat\n\n\n\n\nThe teacher will present in-person at the Dharma Center. Participants may attend this Hybrid event via Zoom or in-person at the SDC.\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 if you’ll be attending via Zoom or 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\n01/17/2026 – Registration opens.\n\n\n\n02/28/2026 – Attend and enjoy the wonderful retreat.\n\n\n\n02/28/2026 – For registration after the retreat\, send a message to the registrar to arrange payment.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter registration open\, select one of the following registration “ATTEND” buttons to indicate if you’ll be attending via Zoom or 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\n  \n      February Daylong registration – Attend in-person \n      $25.00 – $50.00 \n    Attend In-person\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n      February Daylong registration – Attend on Zoom \n      $25.00 – $50.00 \n    Attend on Zoom\n  \n    \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. \n\n\n\nHow to Attend Remotely via Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe link to attend the retreat via Zoom appears in three places: The Zoom link is on this page – select the button “Join Retreat Online” to connect to the meeting.\n\n\n\nThe Zoom link is included in the automated email sent with your “Attend on Zoom” registration.\n\n\n\nThe Zoom link is https://joinconferencing.zoom.us/join\, with Meeting ID: 810 8500 7339 and Passcode: 392262
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/retreat-feb-28/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260221T191857Z
CREATED:20251017T233206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T191857Z
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Dennis Warren - Establishing The Mind in Not Knowing
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Founding Teacher Dennis Warren\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Dennis Warren\, 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\nEstablishing The Mind in Not KnowingWhat is our state of mind when we show up — for meditation\, for relationships\, for life? The way we arrive inwardly shapes what happens next: how we perceive\, relate to\, and understand our experience. It quietly guides the direction in which the mind and heart are pointed.Learning to establish the mind in Not Knowing is a vital foundation of practice. This evening will explore what “establishing the mind in Not Knowing” really means\, why it matters so deeply\, and some practical ways to cultivate this fertile\, spacious quality of mind.Whether you’re just beginning to practice or have been on the path for many years\, this exploration is meant to offer something immediately useful and alive. You are warmly invited to join\, in person or via Zoom. Dennis will be presenting in person\, and especially encourages you to come to share the room together\, meet old and new friends\, and spend an evening in community\, turning together toward the Buddha’s teachings. \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nDennis Warren will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Mar 5 Dennis 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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026mar05/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260305T171214Z
CREATED:20251215T231954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T171214Z
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Rich Howard & Vance Pryor - Passing It Down: Stories from Our Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Teacher Rich Howard\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Rich Howard\, click here. \n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Vance Pryor\, click here. \n\n\n\n\n* The teacher Rich Howard will present in-person at the Dharma Center and Vance Pryor will present remotely via Zoom.* Hybrid events can be attended via Zoom or onsite at the Sacramento Dharma Center. \n\n\n\n\nPassing It Down: Stories from Our TeachersRich and Vance will share stories and reflections from their own time studying with their teachers. We’ll talk about the moments that shaped our practice and how the teachings we received continue to influence the way we teach today. This is a conversation about what it means to receive the dharma from someone who came before you\, and what it means to pass it along. We hope it sparks your own memories of the teachers and teachings that have mattered most to you.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nThe Vipassana Metta Foundation will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk Mar 12 – Rich and Vance 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: 862 9909 1295 and Passcode: 115163)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2026mar12/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T163000
DTSTAMP:20260314T000230Z
CREATED:20251114T000713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T000230Z
UID:49211-1773651600-1773851400@sactoinsight.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Non-residential\, Silent Retreat with Diana Clark and Walt Opie
DESCRIPTION:Diana Clark\n\n\n\n\n\nWalt Opie\n\n\n\n\n\nNon-residential\, Silent Retreat with SIM Teachers Diana Clark and Walt Opie\n\n\n\nBoth teachers will be IN-PERSON at the Sacramento Dharma Center for all three days. \n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teachers\, click the links Diana Clark / Walt Opie. \n\n\n\nRetreat Theme\n\n\n\nA Heart at Ease: Awareness and Wisdom in Challenging Times \n\n\n\nAbout This Retreat\n\n\n\nThis three-day\, non-residential silent meditation retreat invites participants to cultivate awareness and wisdom as a pathway to a heart at ease. Inspired in part by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we’ll practice paying careful attention to the present moment experience—not only during formal sitting and walking meditation\, but also throughout the flow of daily life. With an emphasis on continuity of awareness\, both at the retreat center and in the hours before and after\, participants are encouraged to nurture a gentle\, receptive heart that learns to meet each moment with wisdom and ease.Non-residential retreats offer a unique opportunity for deep and sustained meditation practice in the company of others\, while returning home to one’s own space at night. For some\, this format provides a gentle introduction to the rhythm of residential retreats. For others\, it allows for intensive practice while remaining available for evening responsibilities. Whatever the circumstances\, a non-residential retreat offers a precious chance to strengthen mindfulness\, cultivate continuity of awareness\, and experience the support and inspiration of practicing together in person. \n\n\n\nThis daily schedule is tentative. Check back soon for updated details. \n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, Mar 16 Overview\n\n\n\n\n9:30 am to 12:30 – Sitting & Walking w/Instructions\n\n\n\n12:30 to 1:30 – Lunch\n\n\n\n1:30 pm to 4:30 pm – Sitting and Walking with Dharma Talk\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, Mar 17 Overview\n\n\n\n\n9:30 am to 12:30 – Sitting & Walking w/Instructions and Practice Groups\n\n\n\n12:30 to 1:30 – Lunch\n\n\n\n1:30 pm to 4:30 pm – Sitting and Walking with Dharma Talk\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, Mar 18 Overview\n\n\n\n\n9:30 am to 12:30 – Sitting & Walking w/Instructions \n\n\n\n12:30 to 1:30 – Lunch\n\n\n\n1:30 pm to 4:00 pm – Sitting and Walking with Q&A\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\nSelect the registration “REGISTER NOW” button and indicate if you’ll be attending in-person or attending on Zoom. The fee is $100 due before the start of the event. If you are able and interested in further supporting SIM financially\, you have the option of adding an optional donation above the base rate. Registration is for all three days; there is no option to register for individual days. Everyone is welcome. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. If paying the full registration fee is a barrier\, please contact the registrar to discuss reduced-rate or no-cost options.Before registering to this event\, click here to review the refund policy and terms of use for this website. \n\n\n\n\n  \n      Registration\, Retreat non-residential \n      $100.00 – $200.00 \n    Register Now\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate to Teachers\n\n\n\nVisit the retreat donation page (click here) . Please change the setting from “Choose the retreat…“ and replace it with the NON-RESIDENTIAL option instead. \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\nSome of the dharma talks for this retreat will be recorded. If you attend this retreat\, click here and enter the password to access the recordings.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/nonres-retreat-2026mar/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260316T163000
DTSTAMP:20260319T235931Z
CREATED:20260119T174538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T235931Z
UID:49561-1773651600-1773678600@sactoinsight.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Non-Residential Retreat (1 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Both teachers will be IN-PERSON at the Sacramento Dharma Center for all three days. \n\n\n\nThis non-residential\, hybrid retreat will include dharmettes\, sitting and walking meditation and an opportunity for Q&A. Visit the main overview page for more information. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is for all three days; there is no option to register for individual days. Visit the main registration page for additional information. \n\n\n\nOffer a Donation\n\n\n\n\nVisit the retreat donation page (click here) . Please change the setting from “Choose the retreat…“ and replace it with the NON-RESIDENTIAL option instead.
URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/nr-retreat20260316/
LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Retreat
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