Social Groups
OPEN HEART CIRCLE
The OPEN HEART CIRCLE is 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. generally meets on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 PM CT. At the present time, this circle is only open to ZLMC Members and is online only. Stewards: Diane Bejcek and Jacquelyn Weiner-O’Shea.
For more information on this circle, please email Jacquelyn at jwomft@gmail.com.
POETRY CIRCLE
Join the POETRY CIRCLE to explore and share the wonders of poetry weekly. Fridays 8-9 AM CT.
Zoom Link Contact Group Steward: Robert Schwoch at robert.schwoch@zlmc.org for more information.
WOMEN’S CIRCLE
In honor of International Women’s Day, the ZLMC WOMEN’S CIRCLE is reconvening for a delicious evening gathering of food, friendship, and crafts on Saturday, March 9 from 5 – 8 pm at the Center! Bring a simple potluck and we’ll reconnect with a check-in while eating. Then thanks to Lyndi Wellhausen, we’ll be creating personal vision boards: a fun and easy way to visualize your goals and keep them at the top of your mind. All craft materials provided. In-person is best, but online is possible too. RSVP and state if online or in-person to June.tanoue@zlmc.org.
PEOPLE OF COLOR CIRCLE
The PEOPLE OF COLOR CIRCLE fosters a sense of community and comradery for those who identify as people of color.
We meet last Tuesday of the month 12 – 1:30 PM CT. Zoom Link. Contact Circle Steward: Roshi June Tanoue at june.tanoue@zlmc.org for more information
INTERFAITH CIRCLE
The first INTERFAITH CIRCLE will meet in-person at the Palatine Public Library on April 11th @ 11:00 AM. For more information, please contact the Circle Steward, Ken Hillman at ken.hillman@me.com
STUDY CIRCLE
The STUDY CIRCLE is currently studying the book, No Recipe: Cooking as a Spiritual Practice by Ed Brown.
The next meeting is Saturday, May 18th @ 6 pm. We will discuss Chapters 7–11 from Ed Browns Book. Circle Steward: Skye Lavin
STITCHING SUTRA CIRCLE
Join the STITCHING SUTRA CIRCLE for our ‘crafting for a cause’ circle! Anyone interested in the fabric arts (knitting, sewing, crocheting) is welcome! No experience is necessary. We will work together to create beautiful handmade items for donation to good causes.
In the first year of the Pandemic, inspired by the history of generations of women working with their hands, we invited anyone who wanted to knit, crochet, or sew to help us create a group. Although we had to meet primarily online at that time, in 2022 we were able to donate a beautiful knitted patchwork afghan to Housing Forward. In both 2022 and 2023 we also donated hand-knitted scarves for the annual ZLMC auction to help raise money. In 2023 we also donated another beautiful knitted afghan to Sarah’s Inn. It was a communal effort (see picture below). For more information and if you’re interested in joining us, please contact Robin Sheerer at: robinsheerer@gmail.com. Beginners are welcome.
They meet on the fourth Monday of the month 7-8:30 PM CT in-person or online. Zoom Link
EARTH STEWARDS CIRCLE
Announcement from EARTH STEWARDS CIRCLE: In a few weeks lawmakers will be addressing a bill in Congress that tackles plastic at every level, from production to disposal.
Called the Break Free From Pollution Act, it would:
phase out many single-use plastic products
establish sensible recycled content standards
shift the burden of waste management from taxpayers to the producers of the waste
launch a national beverage container deposit program
invest in recycling and composting
Please call or write your U.S. Senators and House Representatives and urge them to cosponsor the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act.
This is a chance to turn off the plastic pollution tap and get a handle on our waste crisis.
Thankyou
The Earth Stewards Circle is committed to exploring and promoting ways for the sangha to combat global warming and protect our earth's precious resources. The circle meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm. The meetings are held online using the following zoom link
For more information on the circle contact Circle Steward, Blair Barbout at blairbarbour22@gmail.com
JUST PICK IT UP
Video “Just Pick it Up” by Marni Curtis, a ZLMC member and member of the Earth Stewards Circle. She describes here her practice of picking up plastic. The Earth Steward Circle also sponsors a plastic collection program that turns plastic into park benches which are donated to local non-profits.