Annika Sophia Grace will share her vocal gifts again at SoundGate on Thursday, October 26 from 5:30-6:30 PM. Annica will use selected Buddhist chants to help us meditate with the sacred. All welcome. No registration required.
Event: SoundGate
Category Archives: Programs
Event: Soundgate
On Thursday, October 19 at 5:30 PM, Ann Marvin returns to our Soundgate meditation with her collection of Tibetan crystal bowls to create a healing soundscape of vibration and harmonics. You may have enjoyed her offerings at Solstice and Equinox – we’re pleased to have her back again!
Retreat: Dave Smith
On Saturday, October 21 from 10 AM – 4 PM, visiting Insight teacher, Dave Smith, will offer a daylong retreat in person and via Zoom. Dave will reflect on both the early traditions of Buddhism and secular practices based on happiness research. How can we use our practice of the Dharma to create genuine happiness for ourselves, for others and for this world?
Event: Developing the Qualities of an Awakened Life
On Friday, October 20 from 7-8:30, visiting Insight teacher, Dave Smith, will talk about the four qualities of an Awakened life and how we can better develop these as we progress on our journey. There will be a guided meditation, talk, and Q&A.
Class: Equanimity with Melissa McKay
At the Bozeman Insight meeting this Thursday, October 12, Melissa McKay will explore “Equanimity,” one of the four Brahma Viharas or “noble abodes of the heart.” No registration necessary. Melissa will be leading the class via Zoom. You are welcome to join in-person or via Zoom (with our regular Zoom number).
Class: Working with Hindrances
There’s still room in the Working with Hindrances class, part of our Core Skills of Meditation series with Melissa McKay. Please note that due to family needs, Melissa has returned to Nevada. She will lead the class on Wednesday, October 11, via Zoom. To receive the Zoom meeting information, please register here. This is not the normal BDC Zoom number.
Time Change: Metta-Infused Insight Practice
Please note that there’s been a time change for the Metta-Infused Insight Practice daylong retreat with Melissa McKay on Saturday, September 30. The retreat will begin at 10 AM and go until 4 PM. Enjoy what promises to be a transformative day of practice!
Class: Core Skills of Meditation
Reminder that you can still join our Core Skills of Meditation class with Guest Insight teacher, Melissa McKay. Everyone is welcome to join for as many sessions as they like! The class is on Wednesdays from 7:15 – 8:45 PM through October 11. Designed to be both an intro for beginners and a tune-up for those with experience, this course will clarify your home practice. Re-fuel and get inspired. Scholarships available.
Event: Mobility for Meditation
Discover mobility for meditation with Amy Strom. Learn more about dealing with physical discomfort while sitting with movements that can support your sitting practice. This drop-in event premiers tonight, September 26, at 5 PM!
Event: Newcomer Orientation
Join us for October’s Newcomer Orientation on October 3rd. Wondering what Dharma is? Haven’t been to the Bozeman Dharma Center yet? Just want to say hello? All are welcome to stop in! Explore the space, receive basic meditation instruction and get your questions answered.
