
Weekly Meditation & Dharma Talk
Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.
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Thirty-minute guided sitting followed by a dharma talk and 30-minute Q&A led by founding teacher Ronya Banks or facilitator Wallace Bohanan; beginner instruction and both in-person (MindSpring) and online attendance at 7:00 pm.

Thirty-minute guided sitting followed by a dharma talk and 30-minute Q&A led by founding teacher Ronya Banks or facilitator Wallace Bohanan; beginner instruction and both in-person (MindSpring) and online attendance at 7:00 pm.
Thirty-minute guided sitting followed by a dharma talk and 30-minute Q&A led by founding teacher Ronya Banks or facilitator Wallace Bohanan; beginner instruction and both in-person (MindSpring) and online attendance at 7:00 pm.

Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.
Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.
Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.
Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Evening sangha gathering with a short 20 minute guided meditation followed by a dharma teaching and open group discussion drawing on Thich Nhat Hanh, Ramana Maharshi, and Gangaji; inclusive, donation free community space welcoming BIPOC.

Evening sangha gathering with a short 20 minute guided meditation followed by a dharma teaching and open group discussion drawing on Thich Nhat Hanh, Ramana Maharshi, and Gangaji; inclusive, donation free community space welcoming BIPOC.
Evening sangha gathering with a short 20 minute guided meditation followed by a dharma teaching and open group discussion drawing on Thich Nhat Hanh, Ramana Maharshi, and Gangaji; inclusive, donation free community space welcoming BIPOC.

Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.

Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.
Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.

Quiet guided Open Sangha evening meditation at Urban Dharma with a coordinated shuttle from Ransom House; participants must RSVP and agree to temple etiquette before joining this communal sitting and brief transition ride.

Quiet guided Open Sangha evening meditation at Urban Dharma with a coordinated shuttle from Ransom House; participants must RSVP and agree to temple etiquette before joining this communal sitting and brief transition ride.
Quiet guided Open Sangha evening meditation at Urban Dharma with a coordinated shuttle from Ransom House; participants must RSVP and agree to temple etiquette before joining this communal sitting and brief transition ride.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.
Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Guided silent sitting with intermittent walking meditation, emphasizing breath awareness and posture for beginners and experienced practitioners; accessible teacher led group practice with no experience required, free drop in in person session.

Guided silent sitting with intermittent walking meditation, emphasizing breath awareness and posture for beginners and experienced practitioners; accessible teacher led group practice with no experience required, free drop in in person session.
Guided silent sitting with intermittent walking meditation, emphasizing breath awareness and posture for beginners and experienced practitioners; accessible teacher led group practice with no experience required, free drop in in person session.

Silent 30-minute guided meditation followed by a reflective break and communal reading and discussion of a Buddhist text, welcoming beginners and experienced practitioners in a free drop-in format.

Silent 30-minute guided meditation followed by a reflective break and communal reading and discussion of a Buddhist text, welcoming beginners and experienced practitioners in a free drop-in format.
Silent 30-minute guided meditation followed by a reflective break and communal reading and discussion of a Buddhist text, welcoming beginners and experienced practitioners in a free drop-in format.

Guided meditation session teaching Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj's simple technique for cultivating calm, focus, and compassionate presence; free, beginner friendly group practice aimed at inner transformation and community uplift.

Guided meditation session teaching Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj's simple technique for cultivating calm, focus, and compassionate presence; free, beginner friendly group practice aimed at inner transformation and community uplift.
Guided meditation session teaching Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj's simple technique for cultivating calm, focus, and compassionate presence; free, beginner friendly group practice aimed at inner transformation and community uplift.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.
Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Soulful kirtan chanting and guided meditation in a warm community space, using joyful call and response mantras to open the heart and quiet the mind; free to attend with a suggested heart offering.

Soulful kirtan chanting and guided meditation in a warm community space, using joyful call and response mantras to open the heart and quiet the mind; free to attend with a suggested heart offering.
Soulful kirtan chanting and guided meditation in a warm community space, using joyful call and response mantras to open the heart and quiet the mind; free to attend with a suggested heart offering.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.
Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.

Monthly 90-minute virtual dharma group led by Buddhist teacher Ronya Banks combining guided meditation, instruction in Buddhist principles, and group discussion for practitioners of all levels seeking connection and shared practice.

Monthly 90-minute virtual dharma group led by Buddhist teacher Ronya Banks combining guided meditation, instruction in Buddhist principles, and group discussion for practitioners of all levels seeking connection and shared practice.
Monthly 90-minute virtual dharma group led by Buddhist teacher Ronya Banks combining guided meditation, instruction in Buddhist principles, and group discussion for practitioners of all levels seeking connection and shared practice.

Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.

Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.
Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.

Gentle guided meditation, breath work, and meditative movement paired with reflective discussion and peer support to help seekers build resilience and spiritual grounding in a community wellness center setting.

Gentle guided meditation, breath work, and meditative movement paired with reflective discussion and peer support to help seekers build resilience and spiritual grounding in a community wellness center setting.
Gentle guided meditation, breath work, and meditative movement paired with reflective discussion and peer support to help seekers build resilience and spiritual grounding in a community wellness center setting.

Quiet weekday morning silent sits for new and experienced practitioners, with cushions and optional seating provided; shoes-off practice and drop-in arrivals welcome. Sessions operate on a dana basis, donations appreciated.

Quiet weekday morning silent sits for new and experienced practitioners, with cushions and optional seating provided; shoes-off practice and drop-in arrivals welcome. Sessions operate on a dana basis, donations appreciated.
Quiet weekday morning silent sits for new and experienced practitioners, with cushions and optional seating provided; shoes-off practice and drop-in arrivals welcome. Sessions operate on a dana basis, donations appreciated.

Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.

Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.
Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.