In-Person Urban Popup Retreat

Live & in-person popup retreat in Chicago, from the evening of Thursday October 17 through the morning of Sunday October 20.

REGISTRATION

We are asking all participants to reserve a spot in advance. if you’re interested, please reply to chicago@bodhipath.org ASAP so have a headcount.

SCHEDULE

Note that all times are approximate, depending on the flow of the group practice.

Thursday October 17, 4:30-6:30pm
Preparation of the space and setting intention

— Meet & greet, preparation of the space

— Recitation of Chenrezig (compassion practice) followed by Shinay (calm-abiding meditation) practice.

— Optional: stay for additional practice

Friday October 18, 10am-5:30pm

— 1 hour morning remote introduction by Dharma Teacher Rachel Parrish, including practice instructions and advice

— 4 one-hour long practice sessions, each with 15 minute silent breaks. Including: 35 Buddhas practice, Shinay (calm-abiding) meditation, and Chenrezig practice.

— Mid-day break: Group lunch, with social time (2hrs) — group order in from a local restaurant, or bring your own.

— Optional: evening social activities (TBD)

Saturday October 19, 10am-5:30pm

— 1 hour morning remote group check-in followed by individual interviews with Dharma Teacher Rachel Parrish.

— Followed by same schedule as Friday.

Sunday October 20, 10am-2:15pm

— 30-minute morning remote group check-in with Dharma Teacher Rachel Parrish.

— 1 hour-long closing practice session, 35 Buddhas practice plus shinay (calm-abiding) meditation.

— Closing the space, optional group lunch

RESERVATIONS

We are asking all participants to reserve a spot in advance. if you’re interested, please reply to chicago@bodhipath.org ASAP so have a headcount.

Full participation every day is encouraged, but not required. If your schedule means you you’d have to miss certain parts, that’s ok— but please contact us and we can discuss the specific timing to minimize distraction for other participants.

COSTS

All Bodhi Path Chicago events are offered freely, thanks to the generosity of prior donors. We ask that participants consider “pay-it-forward” donations that allow us to continue offering events like this for future participants.

Light snacks & tea will be provided. For lunch, participants can bring their own food or contribute to a group takeout order from a local restaurant.

PREREQUISITES

Everyone is welcome. Due to the practice-intensive nature of this retreat, some prior experience with Buddhist meditation is recommended. If you are unsure, reach out to us and we can advise.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

Cushions will be provided. You are free to bring other items for comfort (blanket, shawl, slippers, etc.). Please bring your own water bottle.

LOCATION

The retreat will be held in a loft space located on Halsted St. (between North Ave and Division St). Parking is available, in a gated lot. Also served by CTA Red Line train and Halsted bus. Bicycle lockup is available.

Entry requires a parking remote and a lobby door buzzer. Therefore arrivals must be pre-planned, to avoid disrupting the group practice. Please contact us to make arrangements.

Address of the event and entry code will be provided upon reservation.

QUESTIONS

Need special arrangements? Interested in learning more? Don’t hesitate to contact us at chicago@bodhipath.org.