
What we’re about
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Welcome to Community Village, SF!
Community Village is a community-first approach to meditation oriented towards people in their 20s and 30s - and open to ALL (we don’t check IDs! :)). Whether you want to learn how to meditate, or are an experienced practitioner: we create safe and supportive environments to build meaningful connections, get inspired and learn how to bring practice into your everyday life! We are a peer-led community, co-created by its members. So come on over and join in :)
We are:
- a local meditation community, with chapters in SF, Portland, Lisbon, Berlin, and Online
- a place to practice & learn 2,500yr old tradition backed by the latest science
- 100% donation based, no strings attached!
You should join if:
- you’ve meditated before (even just once!) and are curious to learn more
- you’ve been meditating for a while and want to take the next steps
- you want to connect with like-minded people online & in person
About us:
Hi, we’re Nina and Caleb. We both started meditating around 10 years ago and created Community Village out of the sense that our meditation practice felt lonely. Meditating on (some very awesome!) apps and never talking to friends about meditation can make practice seem daunting and be hard to stick to. But it’s no coincidence that people have practiced meditation in community for over 2,500 years!
With Community Village we strive to put community first again, and all that we can learn from it! Both our practices are rooted in the Western Insight Meditation tradition. At the same time, we’re inspired by everything from the latest Neuroscience & Psychology to other traditions like Zen and Tibetan Buddhism. We incorporate a variety of these teachings into our practice, life and Community Village.
The vision for Community Village is to build an international, peer-led, co-created meditation community that can support ongoing practice by:
- Fostering community & connection
- Offering inspiration & reminders
- Integrating meditation into our daily lives
Our goal is to create a community that we’ll want to be a part of for years to come. To grow, share and connect with like-minded people. Like the vision? Community Village is a shared project, built from everyones’ ideas and contributions. Join the community today and become a part of creating it with us!
This group is open to all, so feel free to invite your friends! :)
We hope to see you soon!
More info on Community Village: https://community-village.org
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- CV Sangha Time (Meditation & Community Gathering)Cole Valley, San Francisco, CA
Every Wednesday from 6:45-8:45pm. Private location in rotating locations. May Location: Cole Valley. Scroll down to learn how to save your spot!
Sangha Time is our weekly meditation & community gathering. A place for connection, inspiration, and practice. We are a cross-lineage, peer-led sangha that is open to all. Whether you’re a longtime community member or just arriving, you are welcome here.
### What do we do during CV Sangha Time?
In general, we will have:
- Meditation - mostly 25m silent sitting meditation
- Inspiration - sharing reading(s) from wisdom teachers on a weekly topic
- Sharing & Connection - reflecting and sharing about our own experiences and listening deeply
- Community Creation Circle - an opportunity to actively contribute & create the community together
- (optional) Tea & Snacks (8:45-9:15pm) - getting to know each other informally over a warm cup of tea
### What type of space do we wish to create together?
- A space for all of us - that welcomes diversity and embraces creativity & new ideas
- A space where we remind each other to practice meditation & nurture the qualities of kindness, wisdom, generosity and love that our society desperately needs more of
- A space where we can show up as we are, share what’s in our hearts & minds, and listen deeply
- A space where we can cultivate meaningful friendships to support us on the path
- A space where we can get inspired to bring the dharma into our lives. Through formal practice, reflection and our speech and actions every day.
Most importantly, we wish to shape this gathering together. Whether its your first time here, or you come every week, everyone is invited to participate.
###
Suitable for beginners & experienced meditators. Everything at Community Village is 100% donation based, in the spirit of dana, with the intention to be accessible to all. You can donate to Community Village here or learn about other ways of giving dana here.
To Save Your Spot:
We have limited spaces available. To save your spot & receive the address please hit "Attend" and follow the instructions carefully. Please only save a spot if you’re sure you can make it, as act of kindness & care for the community 🙂Notes on arriving:
- Before arriving, please read our Community Guidelines so you may participate in creating an atmosphere of trust and a welcoming environment for all.
- Please arrive early (6:45 recommended) to settle in. The last entry will be at 6:55pm.
- Our space is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at this time. If you have other specific access needs, please let us know
We can’t wait to gather together! See you soon.
***
More info about Community Village
Community Village is a community-first approach to meditation oriented towards people in their 20s and 30s - and open to ALL (we don’t check IDs! :)). Whether you want to learn how to meditate or are an experienced practitioner: our intention is to create safer and supportive environments to build meaningful connections, get inspired and learn how to bring practice into everyday life. We are a peer-led community, co-created by its members. So come on over and join in:- Join our SF WhatsApp Group for the most up to date announcements
- Learn more about other upcoming gatherings & community updates here
- Join our e-mail list for occasional updates
- Or check out our calendar of events
- 30 Day Meditation Journey (teacher-led meditation & meetups with small group)Waller Center, San Francisco, CA
NOTE: Please fill out this form to officially sign up
Timing:
We’ll be meeting on the following dates- Monday October 13 6:30-8:30pm *Extended 2hr welcome session!
- Monday October 20 6:30-8pm
- Monday October 27 6:30-8pm
- Monday November 3 6:30-8pm
- Monday November 10 6:30-8pm
Our 30 Day Journey will give you a comprehensive overview of meditation from various angles, including psychology, neuroscience and Buddhist Philosophy. In 30 days, we'll build our meditation habit together, learn about and practice meditation in community & explore its relevance in our daily lives. Once per week for 5 weeks, we meet for 90 min. group gatherings where we meditate, get to know each other and cheer each other on! In a small & intimate group (8-10 people max.) we'll build a space where we feel supported to ask questions, share insights, and learn from each other. Suitable for beginners & more experienced meditators.
The journey will be facilitated by Nina Raddy, co-founder of Community Village and certified mindfulness meditation teacher. You can find out more about Nina on our website.
Over 100 people have participated in this journey over the past 3 years. It's been incredibly meaningful for many and we hope you'll join us for this edition!
During our month together, we will:
- Build the foundations of our mindfulness meditation practice - And learn how to stick with it!
- Understand how meditation and mindfulness practice can be a practical path to finding more clarity, ease and peace in our daily lives.
- Learn ways of meeting the challenges we are confronted with personally, in our interactions with others and in the world with more wisdom and compassion.
- Get to know like-minded people
- Learn about the value of not doing it all alone, but together, with community support!
To learn more & sign up, fill out this form
Community Village is a community-first approach to meditation oriented at people in their 20s & 30s. You can join our WhatsApp Group to get updated on local gatherings in SF, or join us every Wednesday evening at Sangha Time to meet the community!
- CV Sangha Time (Meditation & Community Gathering)Cole Valley, San Francisco, CA
Every Wednesday from 6:45-8:45pm. Private location in rotating locations. May Location: Cole Valley. Scroll down to learn how to save your spot!
Sangha Time is our weekly meditation & community gathering. A place for connection, inspiration, and practice. We are a cross-lineage, peer-led sangha that is open to all. Whether you’re a longtime community member or just arriving, you are welcome here.
### What do we do during CV Sangha Time?
In general, we will have:
- Meditation - mostly 25m silent sitting meditation
- Inspiration - sharing reading(s) from wisdom teachers on a weekly topic
- Sharing & Connection - reflecting and sharing about our own experiences and listening deeply
- Community Creation Circle - an opportunity to actively contribute & create the community together
- (optional) Tea & Snacks (8:45-9:15pm) - getting to know each other informally over a warm cup of tea
### What type of space do we wish to create together?
- A space for all of us - that welcomes diversity and embraces creativity & new ideas
- A space where we remind each other to practice meditation & nurture the qualities of kindness, wisdom, generosity and love that our society desperately needs more of
- A space where we can show up as we are, share what’s in our hearts & minds, and listen deeply
- A space where we can cultivate meaningful friendships to support us on the path
- A space where we can get inspired to bring the dharma into our lives. Through formal practice, reflection and our speech and actions every day.
Most importantly, we wish to shape this gathering together. Whether its your first time here, or you come every week, everyone is invited to participate.
###
Suitable for beginners & experienced meditators. Everything at Community Village is 100% donation based, in the spirit of dana, with the intention to be accessible to all. You can donate to Community Village here or learn about other ways of giving dana here.
To Save Your Spot:
We have limited spaces available. To save your spot & receive the address please hit "Attend" and follow the instructions carefully. Please only save a spot if you’re sure you can make it, as act of kindness & care for the community 🙂Notes on arriving:
- Before arriving, please read our Community Guidelines so you may participate in creating an atmosphere of trust and a welcoming environment for all.
- Please arrive early (6:45 recommended) to settle in. The last entry will be at 6:55pm.
- Our space is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at this time. If you have other specific access needs, please let us know
We can’t wait to gather together! See you soon.
***
More info about Community Village
Community Village is a community-first approach to meditation oriented towards people in their 20s and 30s - and open to ALL (we don’t check IDs! :)). Whether you want to learn how to meditate or are an experienced practitioner: our intention is to create safer and supportive environments to build meaningful connections, get inspired and learn how to bring practice into everyday life. We are a peer-led community, co-created by its members. So come on over and join in:- Join our SF WhatsApp Group for the most up to date announcements
- Learn more about other upcoming gatherings & community updates here
- Join our e-mail list for occasional updates
- Or check out our calendar of events
- CV Sangha Time (Meditation & Community Gathering)Cole Valley, San Francisco, CA
Every Wednesday from 6:45-8:45pm. Private location in rotating locations. May Location: Cole Valley. Scroll down to learn how to save your spot!
Sangha Time is our weekly meditation & community gathering. A place for connection, inspiration, and practice. We are a cross-lineage, peer-led sangha that is open to all. Whether you’re a longtime community member or just arriving, you are welcome here.
### What do we do during CV Sangha Time?
In general, we will have:
- Meditation - mostly 25m silent sitting meditation
- Inspiration - sharing reading(s) from wisdom teachers on a weekly topic
- Sharing & Connection - reflecting and sharing about our own experiences and listening deeply
- Community Creation Circle - an opportunity to actively contribute & create the community together
- (optional) Tea & Snacks (8:45-9:15pm) - getting to know each other informally over a warm cup of tea
### What type of space do we wish to create together?
- A space for all of us - that welcomes diversity and embraces creativity & new ideas
- A space where we remind each other to practice meditation & nurture the qualities of kindness, wisdom, generosity and love that our society desperately needs more of
- A space where we can show up as we are, share what’s in our hearts & minds, and listen deeply
- A space where we can cultivate meaningful friendships to support us on the path
- A space where we can get inspired to bring the dharma into our lives. Through formal practice, reflection and our speech and actions every day.
Most importantly, we wish to shape this gathering together. Whether its your first time here, or you come every week, everyone is invited to participate.
###
Suitable for beginners & experienced meditators. Everything at Community Village is 100% donation based, in the spirit of dana, with the intention to be accessible to all. You can donate to Community Village here or learn about other ways of giving dana here.
To Save Your Spot:
We have limited spaces available. To save your spot & receive the address please hit "Attend" and follow the instructions carefully. Please only save a spot if you’re sure you can make it, as act of kindness & care for the community 🙂Notes on arriving:
- Before arriving, please read our Community Guidelines so you may participate in creating an atmosphere of trust and a welcoming environment for all.
- Please arrive early (6:45 recommended) to settle in. The last entry will be at 6:55pm.
- Our space is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at this time. If you have other specific access needs, please let us know
We can’t wait to gather together! See you soon.
***
More info about Community Village
Community Village is a community-first approach to meditation oriented towards people in their 20s and 30s - and open to ALL (we don’t check IDs! :)). Whether you want to learn how to meditate or are an experienced practitioner: our intention is to create safer and supportive environments to build meaningful connections, get inspired and learn how to bring practice into everyday life. We are a peer-led community, co-created by its members. So come on over and join in:- Join our SF WhatsApp Group for the most up to date announcements
- Learn more about other upcoming gatherings & community updates here
- Join our e-mail list for occasional updates
- Or check out our calendar of events