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Vegetarian Potluck

Vegetarian Potluck

Redwood City, United States

Gather with the community for a welcoming vegetarian potluck brunch held at 11 am on the last Sunday of each month, right after the regular Sunday morning program. It is a simple and joyful way to extend the morning together, share good food, and connect in a relaxed setting. Guests are invited to bring one vegetarian dish to share with about 10 people, helping create a generous table filled with....

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Tea

Redwood City, United States

Join us for a relaxed monthly gathering with tea and light refreshments, held on the second Sunday of each month after the regular Sunday morning program. It’s a simple and welcoming way to linger a little longer, connect with others, and enjoy a peaceful pause in a friendly atmosphere. This informal get-together offers a gentle extension of the morning’s experience, giving guests time to unwind,....

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Center Cleaning and Gardening

Center Cleaning and Gardening

Redwood City, United States

Join us on the first and third Sundays of each month for a short, hands-on session dedicated to caring for the center and its garden. This is a simple way to support the space, connect with others, and help maintain a welcoming environment for everyone who visits. Whether you enjoy tidying indoor areas or spending time among the plants outdoors, this regular gathering offers a calm and practical o...

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Brown Bag Lunch

Brown Bag Lunch

Redwood City, United States

Join us for a relaxed Brown Bag Lunch on Wednesday afternoons from 12:15 to 1:00, held after the Wednesday half-day program. This is a simple, welcoming opportunity to pause, connect, and enjoy a shared midday break in a calm setting. Bring your lunch and settle in for an easygoing moment with others from the day’s program. Whether you prefer quiet reflection or light conversation, this gathering....

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Volunteering

Redwood City, United States

Volunteering is a meaningful way to support a project or help care for the center while connecting with others who share an interest in mindfulness and meditation. It offers a welcoming space to contribute your time and energy in a practical, community-minded way, while also becoming part of a calm and supportive environment. Whether you are helping with day-to-day tasks or assisting with a specif...

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Community Picnic

Community Picnic

Redwood City, United States

Once a year, usually in July, IMC hosts a community picnic in a Redwood City public park, creating a relaxed opportunity for people to gather, connect, and enjoy time together outdoors. The picnic typically begins at 11:15, following the Sunday morning program at IMC, making it a natural continuation of the day’s community spirit. Guests can expect a casual, welcoming atmosphere where conversation...

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One-Day Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Daylong

One-Day Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Daylong

Redwood City, United States

Once or twice a year, we host a Saturday daylong designed as an accessible introduction to mindfulness meditation. This all-day experience offers a calm and supportive space for anyone curious about building a meditation practice or deepening their understanding of mindfulness in a guided setting. Throughout the day, participants can expect a gentle rhythm of instruction, seated meditation, and re...

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Dharma Practice Days

Dharma Practice Days

Redwood City, United States

Beginning each September or October, Gil Fronsdal leads a 7- to 9-month practice program designed for sustained growth, reflection, and deepening understanding. Over the course of the program, participants are invited into an extended rhythm of study and practice that unfolds gradually through the year, creating space for steady development rather than quick results. Each cycle centers on a differ...

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Mindfulness and Wisdom Daylong Retreats

Mindfulness and Wisdom Daylong Retreats

Redwood City, United States

Held just twice a year on Saturdays, these daylong retreats offer a unique opportunity to step back from routine and spend a full day in contemplative practice. Guided by instruction in the style of the Burmese teacher U Tejaniya, the teachings invite participants to explore a relaxed, open awareness that is less about forcing concentration and more about understanding the mind as it naturally unf...

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Other Daylong Teachings

Other Daylong Teachings

Redwood City, United States

Periodically, IMC hosts daylong teachings led by guest teachers, offering participants a deeper opportunity to explore Buddhist practice in a supportive setting. These gatherings typically combine instruction, meditation, and small group discussion, creating space for both reflection and shared learning throughout the day. Designed for those who want to engage more fully with a teaching topic, the...

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Eightfold Path Program

Eightfold Path Program

Redwood City, United States

Rooted in the Buddha’s most direct teaching on practice, this program offers a clear and accessible introduction to the Eightfold Path. Over ten months, participants are guided through each of the eight path factors, exploring how these practical approaches can be woven into daily life with greater awareness, balance, and purpose. This is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Buddhist pra...

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Threefold Experienced Practitioner Program

Threefold Experienced Practitioner Program

Redwood City, United States

Sīla, Samādhi, and Paññā — Ethics, Meditation, and Wisdom — form the foundation of this in-depth practitioner journey. Offered as three eight-month programs repeated across a three-year cycle, this series provides a structured way to engage with the essential Buddhist teachings that support authentic practice and inner growth. Each stage is designed to deepen understanding step by step, creating s...

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Dharma Mentor Training Program

Dharma Mentor Training Program

Redwood City, United States

Designed for those who have developed depth and steadiness in their own Dharma practice, this training prepares participants to support others on their path with care and discernment. A Dharma Mentor is someone who can offer individual guidance to people exploring Dharma, helping them deepen their practice through thoughtful study, reflection, and one-to-one support. Throughout the program, partic...

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Dharma Sprouts Program

Dharma Sprouts Program

Redwood City, United States

Designed for families, this program introduces children to meditation and mindfulness in a playful, engaging way. Through stories, songs, art, movement, and games, participants are invited to explore attention, calm, and curiosity in a format that feels natural and accessible for younger ages. Parents and caregivers join the experience alongside their children, creating a shared space for connecti...

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Dharma Bodhis Middle School Program

Dharma Bodhis Middle School Program

Redwood City, United States

This program offers middle schoolers a welcoming space to explore how dharma can provide support through the unique challenges and opportunities of this stage of life. Designed to be engaging and age-appropriate, the experience weaves together group discussions, mindfulness practice, creative activities, and interactive games to help participants connect, reflect, and grow. Alongside the learning....

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Mindful Teens

Redwood City, United States

We aim to offer a safe, uplifting space where teens can explore mindfulness as a path toward greater self-awareness, clarity, and meaningful connection with others. Through gentle guidance and supportive practices, participants are encouraged to slow down, notice their thoughts and emotions, and build tools that can help them navigate daily life with more confidence and ease. The experience is des...

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Four-Week Beginner’s Practice Group

Four-Week Beginner’s Practice Group

Redwood City, United States

This four-week beginner-friendly group is designed to help participants build a steady mindfulness practice in a supportive setting. Each session includes a 20-minute meditation, along with a review of foundational instruction to help you feel more confident and comfortable in your practice. The series also offers an introduction to additional teachings that can deepen and support mindfulness beyo...

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BIPOC Sitting Group

BIPOC Sitting Group

Redwood City, United States

Join a welcoming monthly gathering designed to support practice, reflection, and connection in community. Held on the first Sunday of each month from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm, this in-person session at IMC is facilitated by Lily Huang. Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color, the group offers a thoughtful space to sit, listen, and share with others on a similar path. Each mee...

November 1, 2026On request

CANCELLED UNTIL AUGUST: Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison

CANCELLED UNTIL AUGUST: Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison

Redwood City, United States

Held on the third Sunday of each month from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm, this in-person program at IMC offers children a playful introduction to meditation and mindfulness through games, stories, and art. The current meeting has been cancelled until August. In May, families are invited to gather instead for the Vesak celebration on Sunday morning, May 3. Vegetarian pizza will be provided. Parents and guard...

November 15, 2026On request

Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner

Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner

Redwood City, United States

Held on the third Sunday of each month September 2026 – June 2027, 11:30am–1:00pm In person at IMC THEME: This year’s gatherings will explore Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up by Norman Fischer, with a different chapter as the focus each month. You do not need the book in order to attend. THIS MONTH’S CHAPTER: Parents are invited into a warm, supportive community where they...

February 21, 2027On request

Align Mat + Reformer Teacher Training

Align Mat + Reformer Teacher Training

Ramona, United States

Join this comprehensive 6-week, 200-hour teacher training designed to give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to teach both mat and reformer Pilates. This immersive program offers a well-rounded foundation for aspiring instructors as well as experienced teachers who want to refine their approach and deepen their understanding of the method. Throughout the training, you will explore core Pil...

300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Culver City, United States

Move beyond the essentials and step into a deeper level of study, practice, and teaching. This advanced training is designed to strengthen your philosophy, refine your technique, and support you in becoming a more confident, well-rounded yoga teacher. Program Overview Beyond the surface. Into the heart of yoga. VEDA 300 is created for committed practitioners and active teachers who are ready to ex...

60-Hour Yoga Sculpt Teacher Training

60-Hour Yoga Sculpt Teacher Training

Culver City, United States

Step into a fast-rising fusion style that blends the wisdom of traditional yoga with the intensity of modern strength work. What Is Yoga Sculpt? Yoga Meets Strength Training. Yoga Sculpt combines classic yoga poses with strength training, core conditioning, cardiovascular movement, and mindfulness, all woven together with music. The result is an energizing, full-body practice that develops physica...

Elemental Creative Journal Workshop

Elemental Creative Journal Workshop

Carmel Valley, United States

Step into a reflective and inspiring workshop designed to help you connect with the five elements—earth, air, fire, water, and spirit—through thoughtful prompts and somatic inquiry. This immersive experience invites you to look more closely at the patterns, triggers, and inner truths shaping your life, while exploring how each element expresses itself in both shadow and light. With guided journali...

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How many events are there in California?

There are currently 338 upcoming events in California on RetreatsMap — listings are updated daily.

How much do events in California cost?

Prices start from €14, and some events and regular classes are free to attend.

When is the next event in California?

The next upcoming event, “Fall Hall Jam”, starts on October 23, 2026. Use the map or the date filter to find dates that suit you.