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Get involved and take part in something special.

Our social circles provide opportunities to meet other practitioners engaged in mindfulness activities.

Some circles are open only to members. To explore membership options, visit membership page.

Online Only
Every Friday morning from 8-9 AM CST

Zoom Link

Poetry Circle

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Circle Steward is Mark Gelula.

Online Only
First Monday of the Month at 7 PM

Open Heart Circle

An intimate group that has heartfelt discussions about the many differences in our world and the way in which we can open our hearts to others.

Currently, this circle is only open to ZLMC Members.

Circle Stewards are Diane Bejcek and Jacquelyn Weiner-O’Shea.

In-Person
Meets as needed

Kinship Circle

This circle helps support Sangha members, meet some of their communal needs and helping members connect. Circle is open to ZLMC Members only.

If you’d like to be added to the email list for upcoming meetings, contact Co-Stewards Chris DuSell or Rev. Kelly Junmei Good.

In-Person and Online
Fourth Monday of the month from 7–8:30 PM

Stitching Sutra Circle

Everyone is welcome to this circle; no experience is necessary to create fabric art for good causes.

Circle Steward is Robin Sheerer

Online Only
Second Monday of each month at 7:30-9:00 PM CST

Parenting as Practice Circle

This circle supports and connects parents and caregivers of children of all ages as we explore mindfulness and practice in family life. Please fill out this form and one of the Circle Stewards, Kathy Dull or Karleen Manchanda will reach out with information about the next meeting.

Meets as needed

Social Action Circle

The purpose of the social action circle is to bring together a group of like-minded people to work in areas of social action within the broader Chicago community and elsewhere.

Circle Stewards are Mark Gelula and Jackie Popp.

In-Person and Online
Fourth Monday of the month from 12–1 PM

People of Color Circle

Fostering a sense of community and comradery for those who identify as people of color.

Circle Steward is Juri Sekiguchi.

Meets once a quarter, or as needed

Prison Dharma Circle

To compassionately respond to incarcerated people who reach out to ZLMC seeking support and friendship on their journey to live a Zen-inspired life

Circle Steward is Rev. Linda Gyokuzan Warring.

Weekly Writing Group | online only

THURSDAY WRITING GROUP
Thursdays 2-3 pm CST
Join us for an open, unstructured writing session, open to everyone.
Steward: Robin Sheerer