Name: In-Person: The Way of Flowers – Exploring Ikebana as a Mindfulness Practice
Start: 2025-08-09T11:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-08-09T17:00:00-04:00
Location: New York Insight Meditation Center

May 2025

In-Person and Online: Music & Meditation – A Benefit Event for New York Insight

with cellist Karen Poleshuck and Leslie Booker

Sunday, May 18th, 2025 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm ET

Known for her expressive artistry and masterful teaching, cellist Karen Poleshuck joins us for a special afternoon of unaccompanied cello music at New York Insight. During this event, Karen will guide us through an immersive musical experience that showcases the cello’s deep, resonant beauty. This afternoon will be introduced by NYI’s Guiding Teacher, Leslie Booker, who will offer some perspective on combining art and meditative practices. Find out more

In-Person: Wellness Fair – A Day of Healing, Bodywork, and Holistic Offerings

Saturday, May 31st, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm ET

This daylong community event will feature healthy food, bodywork sessions, and vendors offering holistic and health-supportive items. Throughout the day, enjoy a rich program, now posted on registration page, of talks and discussions focused on wellness, including supportive offerings for Mental Health awareness and care.

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June 2025

In-Person and Online: Dharma Rhythms – All About the Bass

featuring Marty Jaffe, John Ferrara, Jason Smith, Evan Harris, and Paul Bloom | moderated by Josh Wexler

Friday, June 13th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 9:00pm ET

Get ready for a night where sound meets stillness! Join us for an unforgettable evening at the crossroads of music and contemplative practice. This benefit event for NY Insight also features a raffle, with prizes that include dharma courses, artwork, and unique experiences. Find out more

In-Person: The Way of Flowers – Exploring Ikebana as a Mindfulness Practice

with Anjie Cho

Sunday, June 29th, 2025 from 11:00am - 1:30pm, and from 2:30pm - 5:00pm ET

Join us as we explore the Japanese art of flower arrangement as a contemplative dharma mindfulness practice to invite art into your everyday life. Two sessions will be offered, with the opportunity to work with a completely different flower palette each time. Find out more

August 2025

In-Person: The Way of Flowers – Exploring Ikebana as a Mindfulness Practice

with Anjie Cho

Saturday, August 9th, 2025 from 11:00am - 1:30pm, and from 2:30pm - 5:00pm ET

Join us as we explore the Japanese art of flower arrangement as a contemplative dharma mindfulness practice to invite art into your everyday life. Two sessions will be offered, with the opportunity to work with a completely different flower palette each time. Find out more

Events for August 9 - January 2 › Special Events

with cellist Karen Poleshuck and Leslie Booker

featuring Marty Jaffe, John Ferrara, Jason Smith, Evan Harris, and Paul Bloom | moderated by Josh Wexler

with Anjie Cho

with Anjie Cho