Drop-In Sittings

Mondays: Sitting 5:30 - 6:15 pm, discussion 6:15 - 6:45 pm
Wednesdays: Sitting 7:15 - 8:00 pm, discussion 8 - 8:30 pm
Note: Discussions are optional.

The drop-in sittings are an opportunity to support your practice and sit together with other sangha members in a relaxed atmosphere. There is an optional discussion time for those who like to participate. A teacher or practice leader will be present to faciliate the evening. The first Monday of every month offers a special introduction for beginners.

There is no fixed fee for the sitting. There is an opportunity to practice dana, or giving, to the Center.

Accessibility
In the interest of making our Center accessible to all, we ask that you refrain from using scented body products. In addition, the Center has an assisted listening system, and is wheelchair accessible (closest elevator is at the West entrance).

Practice Leaders
Rebecca Bradshaw • Adi Bemak • Andrew Berger • Candace Cassin  Paul Coombs • Jean Esther • Peggy Gillespie • Manny Mansbach  Catherine Nagel • Kim Weeber

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Young Adult Sitting
For those 18 years old to mid 30’s
Thursdays: 7 - 8:30 pm

Second Thursdays of the month:

June 14 & July 12

Guided practice followed by group discussion led by tw0 young adults, Julee Goldberg and Hanuman Goleman. No experience necessary, all are welcome! With questions, or for a ride, contact Julee Goldberg at julee.goldberg@gmail.com / 413-627-7673 or Hanuman Goleman at: Bornlaughing@gmail.com.

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Blessing Circle
At the end of the sitting on the second Wednesday of every month

On the second Wednesday of the month, at the 7:15 pm open sitting, the last fifteen minutes (7:45 pm — 8 pm) will be devoted to a blessing circle. This will be a time when sangha members can call in blessings for those folks in their lives who are struggling or experiencing a time of joy.

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Half-Day Open Sittings
Monthly on Saturday Mornings
8:30 am — 12:00 pm
June 2

Half-day open sittings provide the opportunity for more intensive practice without committing to an entire day. All levels of experience welcome; may drop in at any time during the morning. Sittings may include meditation instructions and a taped dharma talk. No set fee; opportunity to practice Dana to the Center.

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Cancellations for Drop-In Sittings
If there is a question about snow or other weather-related cancellations, please call Insight PV at 413-527-0388 after 3:00 pm and select the cancellation mailbox.