What we’re about
Our meetup group is a welcoming community of seekers, supporters, practitioners, and teachers inspired by the Theravāda Forest and Insight traditions, the Early Buddhist teachings of Mindfulness & Insight, and the Bhikkhunis' way of monastic life. Our sessions are led by Ayya Sobhana, a senior bhikkhuni of the Dhammadharini Sangha, and provide an opportunity to deepen mindfulness, wisdom, and inner stillness.
We come together to cultivate presence and awareness through:
#Insight (Vipassana) Meditation
#Guided Meditation
#Traditional Theravāda Buddhist Practices
#Dhamma Discussions
#Teachings from the Bhikkhuni Sangha
Meeting Times:
📅 Sundays Morning 9 am & Tuesdays Evening 7 pm PST (California Time)
All are welcome, regardless of experience level. Whether you are new to meditation or an experienced practitioner, we invite you to join us in this space of presence, awareness, and Dhamma practice.
Check out our community at https://www.dhammadharini.net/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Mindfulness Sunday Meditation: Cultivating ConsciousnessLink visible for attendees
Join the Sonoma Theravada Meetup Group for a transformative workshop on mindfulness meditation and cultivating consciousness. Dive deep into the teachings of Theravada Buddhism, focusing on insight meditation to develop a clear understanding of the nature of the mind and consciousness. This workshop will include guided meditation sessions to help you strengthen your meditation practice and cultivate mindfulness in your daily life. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced meditator, this workshop offers a welcoming space to explore the depths of your own consciousness and enhance your spiritual journey. Come together with like-minded individuals to deepen your practice and connect with the wisdom of Theravada Buddhism, and provide an opportunity to deepen mindfulness, wisdom, and inner stillness.
Our sessions are led by Bhikkhunis closely associated with our Dhammadharini Sangha. Check out the recording from the past event on our YouTube channel.
You’re also welcome to join us in person at Dhammadharini Monastery, in the peaceful setting of our outdoor Dana Sala Pavilion
Register for this event on Dhammadharini's website to receive the address:
https://www.dhammadharini.net/event-details/sunday-morning-guided-meditation-questions-2Check out the sangha website at
https://www.dhammadharini.net - Join us for an in-person day of guided meditation and Dhamma talkSand Harbour South Clubhouse, Foster City, CA
We warmly invite you to a special one-day, in-person meditation retreat on Saturday, September 20, 2025 (9:00 am – 3:30 pm) at the Sand Harbour South Clubhouse in Foster City, CA, part of this year’s 11th Annual International Bhikkhuni Day celebration.
🌼 With Compassion We Turn the Tide 🌼
This retreat is an invitation for both long-time friends of Dhammadharini and new spiritual practitioners in the Bay Area—a rare opportunity to come together with the Dhammadharini Bhikkhuni Sangha for a day of practice, reflection, and connection. It’s also about retreatants connecting with one another and building a sense of community among all of us. We warmly welcome you to join us.
Retreat Highlights:- Guided meditation and mindfulness practice
- Inspiring Dhamma talk
- Enjoy a simple homemade vegetarian or non-vegetarian lunch (a small fee to help cover food costs), or feel free to bring your own
- Peaceful practice space by the lagoon
Led by:
Ayya Marajina Theri, founder of Theravāda Cuba
Kaccayana Bhikkhuni and the Dhammadharini Monastic Community
Event Details & Registration:Please feel free to share this invite with your friends, family, and community.
This retreat is donation-based and open to all. We warmly welcome you to join us for this day of practice and connection.
With gratitude,
Dhammadharini Support Foundation
