BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Meditation Center - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Meditation Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://themeditationcenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Meditation Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20251105T230039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T230220Z UID:22786-1762376400-1762380000@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Full Moon Havan at The Meditation Center (Havan is in person only\, 7:15-8:15 p.m.) and Global Full Moon Meditation\, November 5\, 2025 Via Zoom 9:00-10:00 p.m. CT DESCRIPTION:Full Moon Havan at The Meditation Center\n(Havan is in person only)\nWednesday\, November 5\, 2025\n7:15-8:15 p.m.\nPlease join Swami Radha Bharati and Emilio Bettaglio for a full moon fire sacrifice at The Meditation Center on Wednesday\, November 5th\, promptly at 7:15 p.m. The havan will be performed on the back porch. \nWe will be dedicating the havan in gratitude to Gurudev Swami Rama for his blessings and guidance as we approach the anniversary of his Mahasamadhi on November 13th. \nWe will also be invoking the Great Mother as Maha Lakshmi for stability and blessings of bounty as we continue TMC’s Fall Fundraiser. \nPrasad will be shared after the havan prior to the 9:00 p.m. Full Moon Meditation. Feel free to bring some fruit or treats to share. \nFor those who attend the havan or arrive later at TMC\, you can sit in person with Swami Ma Radha for meditation at the Center until 10:00 p.m. \nClick here to read the mantras for the havan : \nGanapati Mantra x 11 \nAkhanda Mandala x 108 \nMaha Lakshmi Gayatri x 21 \nSarve Bhavantu Sukinaha x 1 \nPurna Ahuti x 1 \n\n \n\n\n\nGlobal Full Moon Meditation via Zoom\n“The Beaver Super Full Moon”\nNovember 5\, 2025\n9:00-10:00 p.m. CT\nTonight sit with our global family for the full moon meditation!\n\n \n\n\nThe Global Full Moon Meditation will begin guided by Swami Radha Bharati followed\nby a silent meditation until 10:00 p.m.\nStarting at 9:00 p.m. this evening’s “Full Moon Meditation” will begin guided by Swami Radha Bharati transitioning into a silent meditation that will end at 10:00 p.m. \nAttendance in the Full Moon (Global) meditation is FREE. The full moon meditation via zoom is sponsored by the Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Center in Palatine\, IL \nGo to the HYMC website to receive the  Zoom invitation and link and password. \nfor the November 5\, 2025 meditation session. \nJoin Zoom early…a few minutes before 9:00 p.m. \nAfter 9:00 the session will be closed to new participants. \nThis event is courtesy of the Palatine Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Center – HYMC. \nFor more information regarding the global full moon meditation schedule visit HYMC’s website here. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/full-moon-havan-at-the-meditation-center-havan-is-in-person-only-715-815-p-m-and-global-full-moon-meditation-november-5-2025-via-zoom-900-1000-p-m-ct/ CATEGORIES:Full Moon Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/full_moon354-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20241121T023313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T023313Z UID:22796-1762338600-1762344000@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Rosann Chamberlain and Emilio Bettaglio and others DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors:  Rosann Chamberlain and Emilio Bettaglio and others \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-in-person-and-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain-2025-06-25-2025-10-29/2025-11-05/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga,Other END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20251021T212637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T213125Z UID:22763-1762281000-1762286400@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Cancelled -Meditation I Hybrid Class: "Learning the Basics" with Paul Emerson\, Ph.D. Tuesdays: October 21-November 25\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nCancelled…stay tuned for new new dates and times!!!\nHybrid Meditation I Series: “Learning the Basics”\nwith Paul Emerson PhD\nThis series has been cancelled for these dates..\nTuesdays: October 28 – December 2\, 2025\nSection 1 (in-person at the Meditation Center\, can zoom when you can’t make it): \nSection 2 (zoom only) \nThis class introduces the student to the basics of meditation in the Himalayan Tradition. Relaxation techniques\, pranayama (yogic breath)\, ideal sitting postures\, and the use of mantra will be taught to help the student focus the mind and relax the body. Beginning Raja yoga philosophy is also included in this class. Treat yourself to the many benefits of a regular meditation practice. \nPaul Emerson is a biomedical engineer with a Ph.D. He is the authority on the physiology of breathing for The Meditation Center and has been teaching yoga for over 30 years. Paul has worked as a research scientist\, has been a manager of clinical research with a major biomedical company and a university instructor. In addition\, he holds eight patents in the areas of dialysis and sleep therapy. he is a scholar of ancient yoga texts. Paul was certified by the Rockford School of Yoga and began teaching in 1975.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/new-dates-meditation-i-hybrid-class-learning-the-basics-with-paul-emerson-ph-d-tuesdays-october-21-november-25-2025/2025-11-04/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/StockCake-Buddhas-Golden-Peace_1739461614-e1739468097176.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20251031T153643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T155716Z UID:22776-1762196400-1762201800@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:2025 Late Fall Study Group via Zoom with Dr. Stephen Parker (Stoma) Psy.D.\, E-RYT-500 Shantideva's "Bodhicāryāvatāra" DESCRIPTION:2025 Fall Study Group via Zoom with Dr. Stephen Parker (Stoma) Psy.D.\, E-RYT-500\nShantideva’s “Bodhicāryāvatāra”\nMondays: November 3\, 10\, 17\, and December 1\, 8\, 15\, 2025\nClass will not meet on November 24th\n7:00-8:30 p.m. CT\nMeditation with Stoma  begins at 7:00 p.m.\n\n \n\n\nWe are using Pema Chodren’s book: “Becoming Bodhisattvas A Guidebook for Compassionate Action” previously published as “No Time to Lose.”\n\n \n\n\nCost: $55.00 for the series \n$15.00 for a single session \nRegister here for all sessions. \nRegister here for November 3rd. \nRegister here for November 10th \nRegister here for November 17th \nRegister here for December 1st \nRegister here for December 8th \nRegister here for December 15th URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/2025-late-fall-study-group-via-zoom-with-dr-stephen-parker-stoma-psy-d-e-ryt-500-shantidevas-bodhicaryavatara/2025-11-03/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Philosophy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Cave_224_Maitreya_entrance_lunette-copy-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T082000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T093000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20240109T172542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T172542Z UID:22072-1762071600-1762075800@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2025-11-02/ CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Swami_Radha_2_2018_wp-300x217.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20250603T193649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T222448Z UID:22503-1761993000-1761998400@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes DESCRIPTION:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes\nDrop in on any Saturday for class. \nExperience the Unique Power of Himalayan Yoga \nAs taught by the yogis from the Himalayas— Himalayan Yoga combines gentle postures\, breathwork\, and mindful relaxation techniques to connect body\, mind\, and spirit resulting in healing from within. Whether you’re new or experienced\, this practice will leave you feeling relaxed\, focused\, and rejuvenated. \nBenefits of Himalayan Yoga: \n\n🌿 Enhanced flexibility\, balance\, and holistic strength\n🌿 Tools/Techniques to cope with stress\, anxiety and bring mental clarity\n🌿 Energizing breathwork to uplift and restore overall health\n\n🕒 Class Schedule: Every Saturday | 10:30 – Noon. Starting November 23\, 2024. \n💲 Pricing: Heartfelt donations ($10 suggested or pay what your heart desires and what you can…). All donations will go to support The Meditation Center. \n📍 Location\, parking & other essentials: The Meditation Center (TMC)\, 631 University Avenue NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55413. Free parking is available across the street from TMC in the Church’s parking lot. Bring a water bottle. Yoga mat\, pillows and blankets provided. Please arrive 5 minutes early and get comfortable in “the Hall of Tradition” on the main floor. No registration needed. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nSunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay brings 18 years of affiliation in the Himalayan Yoga and meditation tradition. She has completed a 200-hour Teacher Training Program with Himalayan Yoga. Dedicated to helping students find balance and peace\, Sunita focuses on making each class accessible and rewarding\, regardless of experience level. Sunita has a PhD in Physics and a retired executive who worked in high tech industry for 25 years. She is currently the president of the Board at The Meditation Center. Native of India\, Sunita currently lives in Eden Prairie\, MN. She is married with two children. \nNo prior experience needed – “Come as you are\, and discover the calm within” \n  URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/join-sunita-bhardwaj-gangopadhyay-in-person-at-the-meditation-center-tmc-for-transformative-himalayan-yoga-classes/2025-11-01/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/TMC_14Nov2024_JCM.012-e1732039755337.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20251031T155315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T155315Z UID:22782-1761991200-1762000200@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Postponed until Spring of 2026! Cancelled for November 1\, 2025\, "Traditional Northern Indian Vegetarian Cooking of the Punjab" class taught by Amrit Kaur\, 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m DESCRIPTION:Postponed until Spring of 2026…\nIn Person “Traditional Northern Indian\nVegetarian Cooking of the Punjab”\ntaught by Amrit Kaur\nCancelled – Saturday\, November 1\, 2025\n10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\n  URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/postponed-until-spring-of-2026-cancelled-for-november-1-2025-traditional-northern-indian-vegetarian-cooking-of-the-punjab-class-taught-by-amrit-kaur-1000-a-m-1230-p-m/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20250814_125607-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20251016T162044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T162306Z UID:22759-1761850800-1761856200@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and Via Zoom: "Devas East and West" with Paul Emerson PhD - October 30\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Thursday Satsang In Person at TMC and via Zoom\nOctober 30\, 2025\n  Devas East and West” with Paul Emerson\, PhD\n7:00-8:30 p.m. CDT\n\n \n\n\n\n\n5:30-6:45 p.m. – Gentle Hatha Yoga – TBD \n7:00-7:30 p.m. – Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati \n7:30 -8:30 p.m. – Devas East and West” presented by Paul Emerson Ph.D. \n8:30 p.m. Evening Chants \n8:40 p.m.  Join Us for Birthday Cake in Honor of Paul Emerson \n\n\n\nWhen the seasons change and light becomes less\, imagination stirs. We remember departed souls\, tell stories of ghosts and think about other creatures that go “bump” in the night.  Let us remember the beings of light. Details to come. \nPaul Emerson is a biomedical engineer with a Ph.D. He is the authority on the physiology of breathing for The Meditation Center and has been teaching yoga for over 30 years. Paul has worked as a research scientist\, has been a manager of clinical research with a major biomedical company and a university instructor. In addition\, he holds eight patents in the areas of dialysis and sleep therapy. he is a scholar of ancient yoga texts. Paul was certified by the Rockford School of Yoga and began teaching in 1975. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-devas-east-and-west-with-paul-emerson-phd-october-30-2025/ CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/jack-o-lantern-pumpkins_wp-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T184500 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20240129T220153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T220153Z UID:21922-1761845400-1761849900@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Thursday Evening In Person: Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In) 5:30-6:45 p.m. Everyone is Welcome DESCRIPTION:Thursday Evening In Person Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. \nInstructors: Varies…Chris Young\, Michael Snodgrass\, Sunita Gangopadhyay\, Susan Guthrie\, Eric Ness \nFees: $10.00/class \nThursday Evening DROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-evening-in-person-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-530-645-p-m-everyone-is-welcome/2025-10-30/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Yoga_Intl_Day_2023_Students_in_postures.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20241121T023313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T011800Z UID:22573-1761733800-1761739200@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Rosann Chamberlain and Emilio Bettaglio and others DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors:  Rosann Chamberlain and Emilio Bettaglio and others \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-in-person-and-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain-2025-06-25-2025-10-29/2025-10-29/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga,Other END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20251021T212637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T213124Z UID:22762-1761676200-1761681600@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Cancelled -Meditation I Hybrid Class: "Learning the Basics" with Paul Emerson\, Ph.D. Tuesdays: October 21-November 25\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nCancelled…stay tuned for new new dates and times!!!\nHybrid Meditation I Series: “Learning the Basics”\nwith Paul Emerson PhD\nThis series has been cancelled for these dates..\nTuesdays: October 28 – December 2\, 2025\nSection 1 (in-person at the Meditation Center\, can zoom when you can’t make it): \nSection 2 (zoom only) \nThis class introduces the student to the basics of meditation in the Himalayan Tradition. Relaxation techniques\, pranayama (yogic breath)\, ideal sitting postures\, and the use of mantra will be taught to help the student focus the mind and relax the body. Beginning Raja yoga philosophy is also included in this class. Treat yourself to the many benefits of a regular meditation practice. \nPaul Emerson is a biomedical engineer with a Ph.D. He is the authority on the physiology of breathing for The Meditation Center and has been teaching yoga for over 30 years. Paul has worked as a research scientist\, has been a manager of clinical research with a major biomedical company and a university instructor. In addition\, he holds eight patents in the areas of dialysis and sleep therapy. he is a scholar of ancient yoga texts. Paul was certified by the Rockford School of Yoga and began teaching in 1975.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/new-dates-meditation-i-hybrid-class-learning-the-basics-with-paul-emerson-ph-d-tuesdays-october-21-november-25-2025/2025-10-28/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/StockCake-Buddhas-Golden-Peace_1739461614-e1739468097176.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20251002T190300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T190331Z UID:22728-1761472800-1761481800@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:TMC's Sunday Brunch Fundraiser: "After 110 Years\, Even Our Plumbing Needs Enlightenment\, a Total Transformation Inner and Outer"\, October 26\, 2025\, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. DESCRIPTION:Fall Fundraiser 2025\n“After 110 Years\,\nEven Our Plumbing Needs Enlightenment\,\na Total Transformation Inner and Outer”\nThe goal for this fall is $100\,000.\nTMC’s Sunday Brunch Fundraiser\na Community Family and Friends Celebration of Fall and Halloween!\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025\n10:00 a.m -12:30 p.m.\n“Those who are not aware of the law of expansion do not experience the joy of sacrificing and giving. But those who have practiced to strengthen the quality of giving cannot stop giving\, for giving fills one with the highest of joys…” \n~H.H.S.Swami Rama~ \nPerennial Psychology of the Bhagavad Gita by Swami Rama\, commentary on III:14 \nThe goal for this fall is $100\,000.\nRead here the bathroom project description.\nDear Friends of TMC\, \n\nThe Center has stood for 110 years — strong\, serene\, and welcoming. Updating the plumbing ensures that leaks\, bursts\, or water damage won’t threaten tnd he structure or sacred spaces.\nModern pipes prevent costly repairs down the road and help preserve the history and beauty of the building for generations to come.\nWe need everyone’s help for this BIG project!\n\n3 ways to help! \n1. We love and need all donations! \n2. TMC could use as many $1\,000 donations as possible \n3. Help by making a match and volunteering your time \nSave Sunday\, October 26th\, for our Autumn gathering. \nJoin your community for our Fall Open House with a hatha session\, food\, and shared companionship. \nfrom 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Details to come. \nInvite your families and friends…share this invitation with your beloveds!!!\nWear your costume and join in the fun of the season!\nEveryone is welcome \nWith Gratitude\, \nThe Meditation Center Board of Directors \nPlease help with a match\, a donation\, and volunteer time. \nLove\, Serve\, Remember\nDonate Here!\nOr donate through PayPal. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/tmcs-sunday-brunch-fundraiser-after-110-years-even-our-plumbing-needs-enlightenment-a-total-transformation-inner-and-outer-october-26-2025-1000-a-m-1230-p-m/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_9176.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T082000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T093000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20240109T172542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T172542Z UID:22071-1761466800-1761471000@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2025-10-26/ CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Swami_Radha_2_2018_wp-300x217.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20250603T193649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T222448Z UID:22502-1761388200-1761393600@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes DESCRIPTION:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes\nDrop in on any Saturday for class. \nExperience the Unique Power of Himalayan Yoga \nAs taught by the yogis from the Himalayas— Himalayan Yoga combines gentle postures\, breathwork\, and mindful relaxation techniques to connect body\, mind\, and spirit resulting in healing from within. Whether you’re new or experienced\, this practice will leave you feeling relaxed\, focused\, and rejuvenated. \nBenefits of Himalayan Yoga: \n\n🌿 Enhanced flexibility\, balance\, and holistic strength\n🌿 Tools/Techniques to cope with stress\, anxiety and bring mental clarity\n🌿 Energizing breathwork to uplift and restore overall health\n\n🕒 Class Schedule: Every Saturday | 10:30 – Noon. Starting November 23\, 2024. \n💲 Pricing: Heartfelt donations ($10 suggested or pay what your heart desires and what you can…). All donations will go to support The Meditation Center. \n📍 Location\, parking & other essentials: The Meditation Center (TMC)\, 631 University Avenue NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55413. Free parking is available across the street from TMC in the Church’s parking lot. Bring a water bottle. Yoga mat\, pillows and blankets provided. Please arrive 5 minutes early and get comfortable in “the Hall of Tradition” on the main floor. No registration needed. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nSunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay brings 18 years of affiliation in the Himalayan Yoga and meditation tradition. She has completed a 200-hour Teacher Training Program with Himalayan Yoga. Dedicated to helping students find balance and peace\, Sunita focuses on making each class accessible and rewarding\, regardless of experience level. Sunita has a PhD in Physics and a retired executive who worked in high tech industry for 25 years. She is currently the president of the Board at The Meditation Center. Native of India\, Sunita currently lives in Eden Prairie\, MN. She is married with two children. \nNo prior experience needed – “Come as you are\, and discover the calm within” \n  URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/join-sunita-bhardwaj-gangopadhyay-in-person-at-the-meditation-center-tmc-for-transformative-himalayan-yoga-classes/2025-10-25/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/TMC_14Nov2024_JCM.012-e1732039755337.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20251002T183925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T184449Z UID:22727-1761246000-1761251400@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang in Person and Via Zoom: "Musika Medica" with Maja Radovanlija\, Molly Sturges\, and Sara Pajunen - October 23\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Thursday Satsang In-Person and Via Zoom – October 23\, 2025\n“Musika Medica” with with Maja Radovanlij\, Molly Sturges\, and Sara Pajunen \n7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\n\n5:30-6:45 p.m.: Gentle Hatha Yoga – TBD\n7:00-7:30 p.m.: Meditation guided by Swami Radha Bharati\n 7:30-8:30 p.m.: “Musika Medica” with with Maja Radovanlija\,  Molly Sturges  and Sara Pajunen \n8:30 p.m.: Evening Chants\n8:40 p.m.: Tea and Snacks\nEveryone is welcome!!!\n  \nAbout Musika Medica\nMusika Medica is a women-led improvisational music\, collective healing and meditation project that weaves together deep listening\, musical exploration\, and embodied inquiry. Rooted in the practice of attunement\, the project responds organically to each unique context\, creating experiences that transcend traditional performance boundaries. By collaborating with guest musicians\, storytellers\, and diverse community voices\, Musika Medica crafts immersive concerts\, workshops\, and restorative performances that invite rest\, reflection\, and creative wondering. \nFounders\nMaja Radovanlija is a versatile guitarist and musical explorer whose artistic journey spans continents and musical traditions. Born in Belgrade\, Yugoslavia (now Serbia) in 1975\, she brings nearly two decades of classical guitar training from Eastern Europe\, and Indiana University\, Bloomington. Her musical path has been defined by a rich tapestry of collaborations that traverse diverse genres\, from Balkan traditional music to jazz\, intuitive free improvisation\, and experimental soundscapes. Radovanlija is an active member of multiple distinguished ensembles\, including the Szilard Mezéi ensemble\, Minneapolis Guitar Quartet\, Ensemble Studio6\, MM Guitar duo\, the Linda Chatterton-Radovanlija guitar/flute duo\, and the Satu Jiwa improvised music collective. Her innovative approach to music-making reflects a deep commitment to cross-cultural musical dialogue and creative expression.\nMolly Sturges is a healing-centered composer\, soundrest artist\,  musical improviser\, meditation teacher\, and community healing facilitator\, with over three decades working at the intersection of music\, ceremony infused improvisation\, collective healing\, contemplative practice\, and social justice. A United States Artist Fellow in Music\, Molly brings depth and innovation to her research and creative endeavors. She has led and participated in a wide range projects including community sourced arts activations\, creating and performing music for circus\, sound installation creation\, directing creative music ensembles and creating-directing Lifesongs\,  an intergenerationald music and end of life project for over twelve years.  Currently Molly serves as a senior researcher in music and health and as founder/director of Waking The Oracle\, an arts\, earth kinship\, and wellbeing project  at University of Minnesota’s  Medical School and Center for Spirituality & Healing. www.mollysturges.com\nSara Pajunen is an interdisciplinary artist based in Minnesota (USA)\, specializing in music and the sonic arts. \nHer work blends folk traditions (violin\, hardanger d’amore\, voice)\, still and moving imagery\, environmental recordings\, and improvisation. Born into the immigrant culture of Minnesota’s Mesabi Iron Range\, Pajunen’s artistic practice is driven by the interactions of her ancestral roots\, American cultural histories\, and a deep connection to environments through sound. While questioning dominant American narratives\, she searches for long-rhythm values and uncovers beauty and familiarity in the overlooked. \nAs a composer and improviser\, Pajunen challenges conventional boundaries between noise and music\, using sound to alter our perception of the physical world. She has studied composition and improvisation with Tanya Kalmanovitch\, Anthony Coleman\, and Ted Reichman and environmental recording with Chris Watson\, Jez Riley French\, and Jana Winderen. Longterm project Mine Songs: Sounding an Altered Landscape explores the transformed environment of the Mesabi Iron Range\, investigating the fissure in our relationship with the earth and the complex stories we tell ourselves (or have been told) about history\, power\, identity\, and agency. Works from Mine Songs have been presented on stage\, in galleries\, and as a 2024 audio album. \nSteeped in both folk and classical music since childhood\, Pajunen has studied folk traditions extensively in the Nordic countries [with Arto Järvelä and Ritva Talvitie (Finland)\, Benedicte Maurseth and Knut Hamre (Norway)\, and Mats Edén (Sweden)] and has released six audio albums that use traditional music in progressive yet reverent ways. \nPajunen has performed extensively in Europe and North America and her work has received funding from the Jerome Foundation\, Minnesota State Arts Board\, Kone Foundation\, New Music USA\, American Scandinavian Foundation\, and the Arts Council of Finland – amongst others. She holds classical music degrees in both the United States and Finland\, and a Master of Music in Contemporary Improvisation from New England Conservatory. \nCONTACT\nMaja Radovanlija\, mradovan@umn.edu \, 763-300-9795 \nMolly Sturges\, mollysturges@gmail.com \, 505-660-9473 \n  URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-musika-medica-with-maja-radovanlija-molly-sturges-and-sara-pajunen-january-2-2025/ CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/6iyXKbjMT_musical-notes_wp.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T184500 DTSTAMP:20260404T125435 CREATED:20240129T220153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T220153Z UID:21921-1761240600-1761245100@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Thursday Evening In Person: Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In) 5:30-6:45 p.m. Everyone is Welcome DESCRIPTION:Thursday Evening In Person Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. \nInstructors: Varies…Chris Young\, Michael Snodgrass\, Sunita Gangopadhyay\, Susan Guthrie\, Eric Ness \nFees: $10.00/class \nThursday Evening DROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-evening-in-person-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-530-645-p-m-everyone-is-welcome/2025-10-23/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Yoga_Intl_Day_2023_Students_in_postures.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20241121T023313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T023313Z UID:22572-1761129000-1761134400@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain DESCRIPTION: WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-in-person-and-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain-2025-06-25-2025-06-25/2025-10-22/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga,Other END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T082000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T093000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20240109T172542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T172542Z UID:22070-1760862000-1760866200@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2025-10-19/ CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Swami_Radha_2_2018_wp-300x217.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20250603T193649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T222447Z UID:22501-1760783400-1760788800@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes DESCRIPTION:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes\nDrop in on any Saturday for class. \nExperience the Unique Power of Himalayan Yoga \nAs taught by the yogis from the Himalayas— Himalayan Yoga combines gentle postures\, breathwork\, and mindful relaxation techniques to connect body\, mind\, and spirit resulting in healing from within. Whether you’re new or experienced\, this practice will leave you feeling relaxed\, focused\, and rejuvenated. \nBenefits of Himalayan Yoga: \n\n🌿 Enhanced flexibility\, balance\, and holistic strength\n🌿 Tools/Techniques to cope with stress\, anxiety and bring mental clarity\n🌿 Energizing breathwork to uplift and restore overall health\n\n🕒 Class Schedule: Every Saturday | 10:30 – Noon. Starting November 23\, 2024. \n💲 Pricing: Heartfelt donations ($10 suggested or pay what your heart desires and what you can…). All donations will go to support The Meditation Center. \n📍 Location\, parking & other essentials: The Meditation Center (TMC)\, 631 University Avenue NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55413. Free parking is available across the street from TMC in the Church’s parking lot. Bring a water bottle. Yoga mat\, pillows and blankets provided. Please arrive 5 minutes early and get comfortable in “the Hall of Tradition” on the main floor. No registration needed. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nSunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay brings 18 years of affiliation in the Himalayan Yoga and meditation tradition. She has completed a 200-hour Teacher Training Program with Himalayan Yoga. Dedicated to helping students find balance and peace\, Sunita focuses on making each class accessible and rewarding\, regardless of experience level. Sunita has a PhD in Physics and a retired executive who worked in high tech industry for 25 years. She is currently the president of the Board at The Meditation Center. Native of India\, Sunita currently lives in Eden Prairie\, MN. She is married with two children. \nNo prior experience needed – “Come as you are\, and discover the calm within” \n  URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/join-sunita-bhardwaj-gangopadhyay-in-person-at-the-meditation-center-tmc-for-transformative-himalayan-yoga-classes/2025-10-18/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/TMC_14Nov2024_JCM.012-e1732039755337.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20251016T154116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T154116Z UID:22757-1760641200-1760646600@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang Via Zoom and In-Person Viewing at TMC: Miscellaneous Mystical Musings...including Swami Sarvapriyananda’s discussion of  FIVE PARABLES OF VEDANTA with Michael Smith - October 21\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Thursday Satsang via Zoom and In-Person Viewing at TMC\nOctober 16\, 2025\nMiscellaneous Mystical Musings…including Swami Sarvapriyananda’s\ndiscussion of  FIVE PARABLES OF VEDANTA with Michael Smith\nEveryone is Welcome!\n\n \n\n\n5:30-6:45 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Hatha Yoga with Michael Snodgrass \n7:oo-7:30 p.m.: Guided Meditation with Swami Ma Radha Bharati \n7:30-8:30 p.m.: Miscellaneous Mystical Musings\, including Swami Sarvapriyananda’s lecture on FIVE PARABLES OF VEDANTA with Michael Smith \n8:30 p.m.: Evening Chants \n8:40 p.m.: Tea and Snacks \n\n \n\nJoin us on Thursday\, October 21\, for a wonderful night of readings and contemplation with Michael Smith.  Michael will read passages from his favorite books in the Tradition\, accompanied by interesting stories of his own experiences. \nMichael is a child’s of the 1960s\, where an entire generation was intent on breaking out of the “paradigm paralysis” of conventional\, status quo thinking — the collective “default mode network.” All the great teachings\, such as those in the YOGA VASISHTHA\, try to do this.  \nIf you have seen Swami Sarvapriyananda’s FIVE PARABLES OF VEDANTA\,that’s the way he’d like to go. He will talk about adhyropa apavada\, which is the Vedantic dismantling of a misconception. \nAdhyropa apavada is most beautifully taught through little jewel-like stories\, folk tales\, parables\, metaphorical images\, and even jokes! \nAll of the great spiritual teachers have had a vast storehouse of such stories. Many are classics which many people have not heard\, or are stories who have been forgotten — It will be a night of the oldies-but-goodies! \nIn this presentation\, there will also be many diagrams and pictures and photos and symbols that he’d like to show. Michael doesn’t have any expertise in anything like Power Point etc\, so he’ll just show them on the screen — and hopefully they will show up okay on the screen and on the Vimeo recordings. \n\n \n\n\nMichael Smith has been practicing & teaching yoga for over 50 years and is currently a curriculum coordinator for the International Himalayan Yoga Teachers Association. He has also been certified by the Himalayan Institute Teachers Association and the Behram Guard School of Yoga Meditation (an Iyengar-based Hatha Yoga School). He was a public school teacher for 35 years and also a professor of Comparative Religion at North Hennepin Community College. He has edited and/or illustrated several books on yoga and has lectured widely on stress management (the topic of his Masters Thesis) and also on holistic health. His main work has been to transcribe and to get the teachings of Swami Rama\, Swami Veda and the Himalayan teachers out to as many people as possible. \nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here  or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. \nOr donate through PayPal. \nNote: There is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot across the street from the Center. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-via-zoom-and-in-person-viewing-at-tmc-miscellaneous-mystical-musings-including-swami-sarvapriyanandas-discussion-of-five-parables-of-vedanta-with-michael-smith-oc/ CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/michael-smith2-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T184500 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20240129T220153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T220153Z UID:21920-1760635800-1760640300@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Thursday Evening In Person: Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In) 5:30-6:45 p.m. Everyone is Welcome DESCRIPTION:Thursday Evening In Person Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. \nInstructors: Varies…Chris Young\, Michael Snodgrass\, Sunita Gangopadhyay\, Susan Guthrie\, Eric Ness \nFees: $10.00/class \nThursday Evening DROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-evening-in-person-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-530-645-p-m-everyone-is-welcome/2025-10-16/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Yoga_Intl_Day_2023_Students_in_postures.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20241121T023313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T023313Z UID:22571-1760524200-1760529600@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain DESCRIPTION: WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-in-person-and-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain-2025-06-25-2025-06-25/2025-10-15/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga,Other END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20250807T210241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T210241Z UID:22641-1760466600-1760472000@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation II Hybrid Class - Superconscious Meditation: Tuesdays: September 9 – October 14\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Meditation II 6-Week Series\nSuperconscious Meditation\n\nTuesdays: September 9 – October 14\, 2025\n6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nInstructors: Lori Beron\, R.N.\, M.A.  and Paul Emerson\, Ph.D.\nCost $85.00 for the six-week series.\nSection 1: (in person at TMC\, can zoom in when you can’t make it)\nSection 2 (zoom only – zoomed from the Meditation Center)\nRegister here. \nIf you have already taken Meditation II and would like to attend this class\, the cost is $42.50. Email us at info@themeditationcenter.org stating your intention to retake Meditation II and we will register you at half the cost. \n\n \n\n\nRegister here.\n\n \n\n\nMeditation II focuses on powerful and practical yoga practices that quiet and focus the mind; decreasing our emotional reactivity which often creates stress and pain in our relationships. Students will also receive 8 free CD’s or MP3’s of Swami Veda’s penetrating and inspiring lectures on yoga psychology and philosophy. These audios create an interactive atmosphere for discussion of questions and insights generated by the lectures. \n\n \n\nLori Beron is an initiate and certified teacher through the Himalayan Yoga Tradition as well as a Certified Holistic Nurse\, she has an MA in Holistic Health Studies and is employed as an RN on a surgical oncology unit at the University of Minnesota Health.\n\nLori took a 3-year Vanaprastha Vow from Swami Veda Bharati during the 2013 Sangha Gathering. (Vanaprastha-a stage in life where one lessens worldly attachments.)\n\n\nPaul Emerson\, Ph.D. is a biomedical engineer who has worked on dialysis\, respiratory and cardiac products. At various times he has been a research scientist\, manager of clinical research with a major biomedical company\, software engineer and a university instructor. He holds 12 patents in the areas of dialysis\, sleep therapy and implantable cardiac devices. For the Meditation Center he has been the local go-to person on the physiology of breathing and is a scholar of the ancient yogic texts. He has been teaching yoga and related subjects since 1976 and was certified in 1980 by the Rockford School of Yoga.\n\n\n\nAfter you sign-up for the class on the The Meditation Center’s website\, a Zoom registration link (to join the meeting) will be sent to you the day before the first class begins. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/meditation-ii-hybrid-class-superconscious-meditation-tuesdays-september-9-october-14-2025/2025-10-14/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/two-meditators-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T082000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T093000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20240109T172542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T172542Z UID:22069-1760257200-1760261400@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2025-10-12/ CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Swami_Radha_2_2018_wp-300x217.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20250603T193649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T222447Z UID:22500-1760178600-1760184000@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes DESCRIPTION:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes\nDrop in on any Saturday for class. \nExperience the Unique Power of Himalayan Yoga \nAs taught by the yogis from the Himalayas— Himalayan Yoga combines gentle postures\, breathwork\, and mindful relaxation techniques to connect body\, mind\, and spirit resulting in healing from within. Whether you’re new or experienced\, this practice will leave you feeling relaxed\, focused\, and rejuvenated. \nBenefits of Himalayan Yoga: \n\n🌿 Enhanced flexibility\, balance\, and holistic strength\n🌿 Tools/Techniques to cope with stress\, anxiety and bring mental clarity\n🌿 Energizing breathwork to uplift and restore overall health\n\n🕒 Class Schedule: Every Saturday | 10:30 – Noon. Starting November 23\, 2024. \n💲 Pricing: Heartfelt donations ($10 suggested or pay what your heart desires and what you can…). All donations will go to support The Meditation Center. \n📍 Location\, parking & other essentials: The Meditation Center (TMC)\, 631 University Avenue NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55413. Free parking is available across the street from TMC in the Church’s parking lot. Bring a water bottle. Yoga mat\, pillows and blankets provided. Please arrive 5 minutes early and get comfortable in “the Hall of Tradition” on the main floor. No registration needed. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nSunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay brings 18 years of affiliation in the Himalayan Yoga and meditation tradition. She has completed a 200-hour Teacher Training Program with Himalayan Yoga. Dedicated to helping students find balance and peace\, Sunita focuses on making each class accessible and rewarding\, regardless of experience level. Sunita has a PhD in Physics and a retired executive who worked in high tech industry for 25 years. She is currently the president of the Board at The Meditation Center. Native of India\, Sunita currently lives in Eden Prairie\, MN. She is married with two children. \nNo prior experience needed – “Come as you are\, and discover the calm within” \n  URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/join-sunita-bhardwaj-gangopadhyay-in-person-at-the-meditation-center-tmc-for-transformative-himalayan-yoga-classes/2025-10-11/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/TMC_14Nov2024_JCM.012-e1732039755337.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20251002T183010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T183010Z UID:22726-1760036400-1760041800@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and Via Zoom - On Silence: "Storytime" from 'Living with the Himalayan Masters and other writings with Michelle Skally Doilney - October 9\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Thursday Satsang In Person and Via Zoom – October 9\, 2025\nOn Silence: “Storytime” from Living with the Himalayan Masters and other writings\nwith Michelle Skally Doilney\n7:00 -8:30 p.m.\nEveryone is Welcome! \n\n \n\n\n5:30-6:45 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Yoga\n7:00-7:30 p.m.: Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati\n7:30-8:30 p.m.: “On Silence: “Storytime” from Living with the Himalayan Masters and other writings\nwith Michelle Skally Doilney\n8:30 p.m.: Evening Prayers\n\n \n\n\nJoin us with Michelle Skally Doilney as she reads aloud from Living with the Himalayan Masters and other books or essays on personal practice\, practical lessons\, and silence practice. Enjoy the experience of settling in to the moment\, settling down within\, with someone reading stories aloud to you as there is nothing else to do\, nowhere else to be. There will be time between readings for questions\, discussion and sharing.  URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-on-silence-storytime-from-living-with-the-himalayan-masters-and-other-writings-with-michelle-skally-doilney-october-9-2025/ CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Michelle-Skally-Doilney-244x300-1-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T184500 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20240129T220153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T220153Z UID:21919-1760031000-1760035500@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Thursday Evening In Person: Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In) 5:30-6:45 p.m. Everyone is Welcome DESCRIPTION:Thursday Evening In Person Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. \nInstructors: Varies…Chris Young\, Michael Snodgrass\, Sunita Gangopadhyay\, Susan Guthrie\, Eric Ness \nFees: $10.00/class \nThursday Evening DROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-evening-in-person-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-530-645-p-m-everyone-is-welcome/2025-10-09/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Yoga_Intl_Day_2023_Students_in_postures.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20241121T023313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T023313Z UID:22570-1759919400-1759924800@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain DESCRIPTION: WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-in-person-and-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain-2025-06-25-2025-06-25/2025-10-08/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga,Other END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20250807T210241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T210241Z UID:22640-1759861800-1759867200@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation II Hybrid Class - Superconscious Meditation: Tuesdays: September 9 – October 14\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Meditation II 6-Week Series\nSuperconscious Meditation\n\nTuesdays: September 9 – October 14\, 2025\n6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nInstructors: Lori Beron\, R.N.\, M.A.  and Paul Emerson\, Ph.D.\nCost $85.00 for the six-week series.\nSection 1: (in person at TMC\, can zoom in when you can’t make it)\nSection 2 (zoom only – zoomed from the Meditation Center)\nRegister here. \nIf you have already taken Meditation II and would like to attend this class\, the cost is $42.50. Email us at info@themeditationcenter.org stating your intention to retake Meditation II and we will register you at half the cost. \n\n \n\n\nRegister here.\n\n \n\n\nMeditation II focuses on powerful and practical yoga practices that quiet and focus the mind; decreasing our emotional reactivity which often creates stress and pain in our relationships. Students will also receive 8 free CD’s or MP3’s of Swami Veda’s penetrating and inspiring lectures on yoga psychology and philosophy. These audios create an interactive atmosphere for discussion of questions and insights generated by the lectures. \n\n \n\nLori Beron is an initiate and certified teacher through the Himalayan Yoga Tradition as well as a Certified Holistic Nurse\, she has an MA in Holistic Health Studies and is employed as an RN on a surgical oncology unit at the University of Minnesota Health.\n\nLori took a 3-year Vanaprastha Vow from Swami Veda Bharati during the 2013 Sangha Gathering. (Vanaprastha-a stage in life where one lessens worldly attachments.)\n\n\nPaul Emerson\, Ph.D. is a biomedical engineer who has worked on dialysis\, respiratory and cardiac products. At various times he has been a research scientist\, manager of clinical research with a major biomedical company\, software engineer and a university instructor. He holds 12 patents in the areas of dialysis\, sleep therapy and implantable cardiac devices. For the Meditation Center he has been the local go-to person on the physiology of breathing and is a scholar of the ancient yogic texts. He has been teaching yoga and related subjects since 1976 and was certified in 1980 by the Rockford School of Yoga.\n\n\n\nAfter you sign-up for the class on the The Meditation Center’s website\, a Zoom registration link (to join the meeting) will be sent to you the day before the first class begins. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/meditation-ii-hybrid-class-superconscious-meditation-tuesdays-september-9-october-14-2025/2025-10-07/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/two-meditators-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T125436 CREATED:20250908T135648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T135648Z UID:22688-1759777200-1759782600@themeditationcenter.org SUMMARY:2025 Fall Study Group via Zoom with Dr. Stephen Parker (Stoma) Psy.D.\, E-RYT-500 Shantideva's "Bodhicāryāvatāra" DESCRIPTION:2025 Fall Study Group via Zoom with Dr. Stephen Parker (Stoma) Psy.D.\, E-RYT-500\nShantideva’s “Bodhicāryāvatāra”\n Mondays: September 8\, 15\, 22\, and October 6\, 2025\nClass will not meet on September 29th\n7:00-8:30 p.m. CT\nMeditation with Stoma  begins at 7:00 p.m.\n\n \n\n\nWe will be using Pema Chodren’s book: “Becoming Bodhisattvas A Guidebook for Compassionate Action” previously published as “No Time to Lose.”\n\n \n\n\n$55.00 for all four sessions. \nRegister here for all sessions. \n\n \n\n\n$15.00 for any single session \nRegister here for September 8th. \nRegister here for September 15th. \nRegister here for September 22nd. \nRegister here for October 6th. URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/2025-fall-study-group-via-zoom-with-dr-stephen-parker-stoma-psy-d-e-ryt-500-shantidevas-bodhicaryavatara/2025-10-06/ CATEGORIES:Classes,Philosophy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themeditationcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Cave_224_Maitreya_entrance_lunette-copy-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR