Shambhala Meditation Center of Chicago

Uncovering Natural Awareness (Pema Chodron DVD Class Series) - THURSDAYS
with Ellen Schweri
June 20 - August 22, 2013
What do we mean by “natural awareness” and non-meditation? Practitioners are often ready to move from formal techniques to a more open “natural” form of meditation, but may need guidance and encouragement.

The Art of Being Human (Level 1)
with Thomas Adducci
June 22 - 23, 2013
In this 2 day workshop, students are introduced to the idea of basic goodness and the practice of meditation in a supportive, social environment. The weekend includes meditation practice, discussion, and individual meetings with meditation instructors.

Contemplating Gay Pride
with Jon Feller
June 23, 2013

Contemplative Photography (Miksang)
with Julie Einstein & Lennie Birkett
June 29 - 30, 2013
Miksang Contemplative Photography
Introductory Class

Way of Shambhala : Fearlessness in Everyday Life
with & Barbara Wolkowitz & Thomas Adducci
July 4 - August 1, 2013
This is the 4th class in the Way of Shambhala Weeknight Series. Prerequisites Apply.

Uncovering Natural Awareness (Pema Chodron DVD Class Series) - SATURDAYS
with Ellen Schweri
July 6 - August 24, 2013
An 8 session Pema Chodron Video Course (four Saturdays)

Pema Chodron Birthday Retreat - Hyde Park
July 14, 2013
Join us for the second annual day-long retreat celebrating Pema Chodron's birthday The beloved Buddhist nun will be 77 this year and she has again invited us to join her for a special world wide "Practicing Peace" meditation retreat.

Shambhala Sadhana Practice
July 21, 2013

Sacred Path Review Series
July 31 - September 11, 2013
Review of Sacred Path Series

Meditation Retreat (Weekthun) sponsored by Queer Dharma
with Alice Dan
August 2 - 9, 2013
A meditation retreat to rediscover ones natural intelligence, warmth and openness for a week or a weekend at the Windhorse Midwest Retreat Center one hour north of Milwaukee. Persons of all sexual/gender identities (including straight) are welcome.

Learn to Meditate
August 10, 2013
Ideal for beginners as well as students who want to work on stabilizing their meditation, this half day program gives you the essential techniques and reasons for meditation practice in everyday life.

The Art of Being Human (Level 1)
with David Stone
August 17 - 18, 2013
In this 2 day workshop, students are introduced to the idea of basic goodness and the practice of meditation in a supportive, social environment. The weekend includes meditation practice, discussion, and individual meetings with meditation instructors.

Shambhala Sadhana Practice
August 18, 2013

Radical Responsibility & Awakened Leadership: Community Engagement Practices for Creating Enlightened Society
with Fleet Maull
August 23 - 25, 2013

Radical Responsibility & Awakened Leadership: A Talk By Acharya Fleet Maull
with Fleet Maull
August 23, 2013

Way of Shambhala : Wisdom in Every Day Life
with & Marita McLaughlin
September 12 - October 10, 2013
This is the 5th class in the Way of Shambhala Weeknight Series. Prerequisites Apply.

Way of Shambhala : Rigden Weekend at Windhorse Retreat Center
with Richard John
October 25 - 27, 2013
This is the concluding program in the Way of Shambhala Series. This weekend will be led by senior teacher, Acharya Richard John at the Windhorse Retreat Center (residential) in Wisconsin

QiGong Level 4
with Eva Wong
November 1 - 3, 2013

December 0, 2018 - December 0, 2021
Enlightened Society Gathering with Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche & Adam Lobel