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This event is in the past.It took place on April 2, 2026 at East Bay Meditation Center.

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Gather & Ground: Compassionate Community Building

Downtown Oakland

Come ground yourself in community as an act of resistance. This weekly gathering starts with an hour of meditation in the temple or library, then flows into a social potluck where you can connect over shared food and purpose. Tuesdays bring art supplies, Thursdays feature movement, and Fridays occasionally host open mics.

Insight Meditation
Community Building
Gift Economy
Social Justice Focus

Tips

🤝"diverse, committed to social justice, run on gift economy, and community led"
🏳️‍🌈"very inclusive Buddhist community" welcoming LGBTQ & BIPOC folks
🍲bring something to share for the potluck

East Bay Meditation Center

285 17th St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

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