Family Program

Mindfulness for Parents | Online Only
Monday, September 9th @ 7:30 PM

We are offering this Mindfulness for Parents program on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 pm. This is for parents and caregivers of children of all ages. It is facilitated by Kelly Junmei Good, Kathy Dull and Karleen Manchanda.

Calm

  • Changing the way we relate to parenting stress

  • Learning how to attune to and regulate emotions

  • Shifting from automatic reactions to thoughtful responses

Compassion

  • Developing a kind, non-judgmental acceptance of ourselves and our children

  • Taking care of ourselves so we can care for our families

  • Building our capacity to hold space for the joys and difficulties of life

Connection

  • Nurturing attentive and open-hearted relationships

  • Integrating mindfulness practices into daily family life

  • Finding support through sharing in a mindful community

This event is FREE.

Please register by clicking here.

For more information contact Kelly Good.

Family Morning Zen
Sunday, September 22 @ 8:45 AM

Discover the Joy of Mindfulness Together at our Family Morning Zen event!

We warmly invite you and the children in your life to join us for a special “Family Morning Zen” program, designed to introduce the whole family to the wonders of mindfuless and Zen practice. This unique event offers a fantastic opportunity for parents and children to explore the benefits of mindfulness together in a supportive, engaging, and fun-filled enviornment.

The morning will begin with a captivating, family-friendly Dharma talk that will inspire and enlighten participants of all ages. While adults and interested older children meditate in the serene Buddha Hall, our experienced staff will privide Zen-inspired childcare activities in the welcoming Community Room, ensuring that younger children are nurtured and entertained.

To make the most of this special event, we kindly ask families to arrive by 8:45 AM, allow children ample time to settle in and feel comfortable before the 9 AM meditation session. We are committed to providing the highest quality childcare and attention to each child, so we require families planning to attend to register no later than Tuesday, September 17.

Don’t miss this wonderful chance to bond with your loved ones while discovering the transformative power of mindfulness and Zen. Family Morning Zen promises to be a memorable, enriching experience that will bring you closer together and provide valuable tools for cultivating joy, peace, and resilience in your daily lives.

Register now and embark on a heartwarming journey of mindfulness with your family in the welcoming embrace of our Zen community. We look forward to sharing this special morning with you and your loved ones.

This event is FREE. Here is the zoom link.

Register Here

For more information contact Kelly Good.

This program is made possible by a generous grant from the Frederick P. Lenz Foundation.