BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Insight Meditation Community of Richmond - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Insight Meditation Community of Richmond X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://imcrva.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Insight Meditation Community of Richmond REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T163000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250911T151448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T151926Z UID:3223-1762074000-1762101000@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Monthly Sunday Sit - "Sunday Unplug" Day DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n Email:\n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/monthly-sunday-sit-sunday-unplug-day/ LOCATION:Ekoji\, 3411 Grove Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Sunday Sit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/YT-Logoknkl.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T151500 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250910T194846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T145542Z UID:3195-1761993000-1762010100@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Lunch & Wisdom Walk to the State Capitol DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/lunch-wisdom-walk-to-the-state-capitol/ LOCATION:Richmond Hill\, 2209 E Grace St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23223\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dharma-flowerknkl-e1757604481704.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T160000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250222T194447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T160829Z UID:2748-1760274000-1760284800@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Cancelled: Ekoji Sangha Day DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/ekoji-sangha-day/ LOCATION:Ekoji\, 3411 Grove Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hearts_smallknkl.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T163000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250830T183852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T152044Z UID:3151-1759654800-1759681800@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Monthly Sunday Sit - "Sunday Unplug" Day DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/monthly-sunday-sit-joy-and-equanimity/ LOCATION:Ekoji\, 3411 Grove Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Sunday Sit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/YT-Logoknkl.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T163000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250830T183206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T225513Z UID:3138-1757257200-1757262600@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Monthly Sunday Sit - Loving Kindness and Compassion DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/monthly-sunday-sit-loving-kindness-and-compassion/ LOCATION:Ekoji\, 3411 Grove Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Sunday Sit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/YT-Logoknkl.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T160000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250610T013443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T013854Z UID:2999-1756027800-1756051200@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Daylong Retreat: Deepen Your Practice DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/daylong-retreat-deepen-practice/ LOCATION:Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23225\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gongknkl.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250813 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250818 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250419T165439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T225822Z UID:2815-1755043200-1755475199@imcrva.org SUMMARY:5-Day Residential Insight Meditation Retreat: Open and Relaxed Awareness DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/5-day-insight-meditation-retreat-open-and-relaxed-awareness/ LOCATION:Richmond Hill\, 2209 E Grace St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23223\, United States CATEGORIES:Residential Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/L1000390knkl.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T163000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250622T154727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T165848Z UID:3026-1751814000-1751819400@imcrva.org SUMMARY:The Path of Peace DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/the-path-of-peace/ LOCATION:Ekoji\, 3411 Grove Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Featherklkn.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T160000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250222T191229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T014400Z UID:2724-1749979800-1750003200@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Daylong Retreat: Natural Awareness DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/daylong-retreat/ LOCATION:The Innerwork Center\, 213 Roseneath Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lotus_Flowerknkl.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T133000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250125T195808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T145909Z UID:2588-1748628000-1748784600@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Retreat DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/spring-weekend-retreat/ LOCATION:The Clearing\, 14006 Genito Road\, Amelia CH\, VA\, 23002\, United States CATEGORIES:Residential Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/woman-sitting-in-meditation-klkn.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20250222T185720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T214607Z UID:2705-1746365400-1746374400@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Vesak Celebration DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/vesak-celebration/ LOCATION:Ekoji\, 3411 Grove Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hand-with-candlesknkl.webp ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T160000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20241020T190100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T144943Z UID:2410-1739093400-1739116800@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Daylong Retreat: Wise Speech DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/daylong-retreat-wise-speech/ LOCATION:The Innerwork Center\, 213 Roseneath Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Buddha-Row.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T201500 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20241214T233601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T234337Z UID:2567-1738004400-1741637700@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Ekoji Race Awareness Course: Using our meditation practice to be more kind\, more aware\, more free DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/ekoji-race-awareness-course/ LOCATION:Ekoji\, 3411 Grove Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Diversitykn.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250101T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250101T133000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20241025T180305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241201T214404Z UID:2438-1735729200-1735738200@imcrva.org SUMMARY:New Year’s Day Fellowship Walk DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/new-years-community-walk/ LOCATION:Pocahontas State Park\, 10301 State Park Rd\, Chesterfield\, VA\, 23832\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Trees-sunklkn.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T230000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20241209T233306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T234442Z UID:2549-1735671600-1735686000@imcrva.org SUMMARY:New Year's Eve Sit DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. This is all in order to minimize external distractions\, promote mindfulness and inner stillness\, and respect the practice of fellow meditators.\n\nQuestions?Don’t hesitate to contact us. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Non-Residential Retreat \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organizer\n IMCR\n \n View Organizer Website \n\n\n \n \n info@imcrva.org \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Living Water\n \n \n\n1000 Westover Hills Blvd\n \n \n Richmond\,\n\n VA\n\n 23225\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Monthly Sunday Sit: The Freedom We Feel When Love and Wisdom Become One \n\n\n \n \n Community Gathering: Practicing Together in Difficult Times URL:https://imcrva.org/event/new-years-eve-sit/ LOCATION:Ekoji\, 3411 Grove Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://imcrva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/new-year-starsknkl.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="IMCR":MAILTO:info@imcrva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T163000 DTSTAMP:20260503T124414 CREATED:20241020T214838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241020T212612Z UID:2340-1733664600-1733675400@imcrva.org SUMMARY:Half-Day Retreat in Silence DESCRIPTION:All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has passed. \n \n \n \n \n \n City Retreat: Awake and at Ease \n \n \n \n \n \n March 20\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n \n \n - \n\n March 22\, 2026\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and TimesWe will gather on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, during the following hours:Friday March 20\, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (EST)Saturday March 21\, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (EST)Sunday March 22\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (EST); we’ll close with informal social time\, from 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (optional\, in person only)You are also welcome to join part of the retreat: only on Friday and Saturday\, only on Saturday\, or on Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate this on the registration form. \nPractical InformationLocation – Hybrid: Living Water Community Center\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd\, Richmond. (Google Maps). And online via Zoom.Cost: This retreat is fully dana-based (donation-based)\, see below for more informationSuggested donation for operational costs: $60 – $150 (For online participants: $10 – $50)Suggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250          All are welcome\, no donation required.Teachers: Marjolein Janssen and Dawn Neal Registration: please register in advance by filling out this form.  \nDescriptionThis City Retreat offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness in the heart of urban life. By connecting meditation with the rhythms of the city\, you can explore how mindfulness helps you find stillness and clarity\, even amidst the hustle and bustle. The retreat is designed to help you discover how to integrate relaxation and awareness into your daily life\, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for deeper presence and insight. \nDrawing inspiration from the teachings of the Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, we will explore how a relaxed approach to mindfulness supports both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. In this way wisdom becomes more accessible\, helping us to gain deeper insight into our own hearts and minds. \nThroughout the weekend\, there will be Dharma talks\, periods of sitting and walking meditation\, and time for questions and sharing.The retreat will begin on Friday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, offering an introduction to the retreat. On Saturday\, we will practice together in sangha from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by an opportunity to continue your practice in daily life at home. On Sunday\, we will gather again from 9:30 am through the afternoon\, ending the formal practice at 3:00 pm. For those attending in person\, we’ll have informal social time\, with some snacks\, until 3:45 pm for those who would like to stay for that. \nThis retreat offers a chance to deepen your practice\, reconnect with natural awareness\, and cultivate wisdom while embracing the vibrant energy of the city. All are welcome. \nTeachersThis weekend will be led by our guiding teacher Marjolein Janssen and we will welcome guest teacher Dawn Neal. Dawn completed the Dharma teacher training with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella in 2025. She serves as the Guiding Teacher for Insight Santa Cruz (CA)\, and faculty for the Sati Center’s Online Buddhist Chaplaincy Training. Both Dawn and Marjolein have extensive experience with the meditation approach offered by Sayadaw U Tejaniya\, sometimes called “open awareness” or “natural awareness”. This approach has enriched their own practice\, as well as their teachings. \nThe Spirit of GenerosityAs is stated in the practical information above\, this retreat is offered in the spirit of generosity\, as a dana-based (donation-based) retreat. This means that no one will be turned away for lack of funds!To help cover retreat costs\, we offer the following suggested donation ranges\, for those able and willing to offer a donation: \n\nSuggested donation for operations: $60 – $150 (for online participants the suggested donation is: $10 – $50)\n\nNote: Those who donate at the higher end of the scale are supporting those paying at the lower end. Any excess funds will go toward supporting IMCR to host fully donation-based retreats in the future.\n\n\nSuggested donation for the teachers: $70 – $250\n\nPlease give as feels appropriate and generous for you. Please delight in your generosity and know that the dharma continues to be offered to you and others through our collective acts of sharing. All are welcome\, no donation is required. \nAt the retreat there will be the opportunity to offer cash donations\, or donations by check. You can also donate online to the teachers through Marjolein’s PayPal or Venmo (this will be divided between Marjolein and Dawn)\, and to the IMCR group for operational expenses through PayPal. Add a note to your donation to the teachers or IMCR that it is for this retreat (e.g. “March City Retreat”)\, so that your donation is processed correctly. \nMore information about the concept of dana\, generosity\, in Buddhism. \nLogistics \n\nPlease register in advance by filling out this form. \nWe will gather at the indicated times (see above) and you’ll spend the rest of the day/night at home. \nThe retreat will be hybrid\, this means that you can join in person at Living Water\, 1000 Westover Hills Blvd in Richmond\, or on online via Zoom. On the registration form you can indicate your preferred way to join.\nBring your own bagged lunch on both Saturday and Sunday.\nDuring the retreat we will be in “noble silence.” This means that we won’t be talking to each other. We also recommend staying in “retreat mode” at home. We will also turn off our phones and other devices during the day. 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