Medieval History

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### The Practice of Zazen (sitting meditation) You may select either a chair or a zafu (cushion) on which to sit. At your seat, bow in *gassho* towards the zafu and then turn clockwise and bow in *gassho* towards the opposite side of the hall. **The Bell is Rung** * three times when *zazen* begins * twice when *kinhin* (walking meditation) begins * once when *kinhin* is finished * once when *zazen* is finished. ### Sitting meditation * **Sit on the front** part of the chair or cushion. * **Arrange your legs** in a position you can maintain comfortably. * **In the full-lotus position**, first place your right foot on your left thigh, then your left foot on your right thigh. You may also sit simply with your legs tucked in close to your body, but be sure that your weight is distributed on three points: both of your knees on the ground and your buttocks on the round cushion. **In the half-lotus position**, place your left foot on your right thigh. * **Another option is the *seiza* position**, which is like kneeling, except you are sitting on the front edge of the zafu. * **On a chair**, keep your knees apart about the width of your shoulders, feet firmly planted on the floor. * **Straighten and extend your spine**, keeping it naturally upright, centering your balance in the lower abdomen. Push your lower back a little forward, open your chest, and tuck your chin in slightly, keeping the head upright, not leaning forward or backward, or to the side. Sway your body gently from left to right, until you naturally come to a point of stillness on your cushion. * **Keep your eyes slightly open.** Cast them downward at about a 45 degree angle. Without focusing on any particular thing, let everything have its place in your field of vision. If your eyes are closed, you will easily drift into drowsiness or daydream. * **Keep your lips and teeth together** with your tongue resting against the roof of your mouth. * **Place your hands on your lap** with the right palm up and your left hand (palm up) resting on your right hand, thumb tips lightly touching, forming a horizontal oval. * This is the mudra of zazen, in which all things are unified. Place the sides of the little fingers against your abdomen, a few inches below the navel, harmonizing your center of gravity with the mudra. * **Take a few deep breaths**, exhaling fully. Let your breath settle into its natural rhythm. With proper physical posture, your breathing will flow naturally into your lower abdomen. * **Sitting still**, keep your attention on your breath. When your attention wanders, bring it back to the breath again and again- as many times as necessary. * **Be fully, vitally present**. Simply do your very best. At the end of your sitting period, gently sway your body from right to left. Stretch out your legs; be sure they have feeling before standing.

MEETING IN PERSON AND ONLINE on Zoom [https://zoom.us/j/95652354905?pwd=WmZ6citJVWdwTStxWUtwNUVLb3pCUT09](https://zoom.us/j/95652354905?pwd=WmZ6citJVWdwTStxWUtwNUVLb3pCUT09) Meeting ID: 956 5235 4905 Passcode: 7827887 Join our hybrid meetings either on Zoom and at Plug And Play Tech Center in Sunnyvale: Plug And Play Tech Center HQ 440 N Wolfe Rd. Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Address is above you can park "visitor" in front or on the left side parking lot, as you face the lobby entrance. Once you enter say you are joining "Startup Speakers" at the security desk. You maybe asked to enter your name and e-mail on the podium, choose "Other" and "Toastmasters". Turn left and we are usually in Dropbox room or the rooms next to it. Everyone is encouraged to bring a laptop to fit in with the rest of the group. WHY ATTEND? Visit us also at our www.startupspeakers.us website. ❤️Guests are most welcome. Jump start your day with inspirational and informative speeches. Grow your public speaking and leadership skills. Practice giving smooth, concise talks, with impact to the audience. Make mistakes and learn from them, in a friendly supportive group. So you could give professional talks, ace job interviews, pitch VCs 💰... Please be available on both audio AND video, to fully experience a Toastmasters session! MEETING SCHEDULE 7:10 AM --- Networking (come early) 7:15 Start of Meeting ––– • Opening by Toastmaster of the day • Prepared speeches with 2-3 Speakers (5-7 min each) • Evaluations for the prepared speeches • Table Topics: opportunity for all to give 1-2 min. impromptu speech • Evaluation of meeting, by Duty Masters & General Evaluator • Awards and guest feedback ––– 8:30 End of Meeting ZOOM DETAILS & INVITATION Topic: Startup Speakers Toastmasters Weekly Meeting Time: 07:15 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/95652354905?pwd=WmZ6citJVWdwTStxWUtwNUVLb3pCUT09 Meeting ID: 956 5235 4905 Passcode: 7827887 One tap mobile +16699006833,,95652354905#,,,,\*7827887# US (San Jose) Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) ADDITIONAL ZOOM & ONLINE MEETING RESOURCES Zoom instructions for connecting as well as using a digital background to protect your personal space can be found below. We encourage all guests and participants if not familiar with Zoom to first download the Zoom App for FREE onto your phone, tablet or PC via the website Zoom.us. Following, please review the links copied below on best practices for audio and video connectivity, how to re-name yourself, as well as adding and using a digital background for privacy. https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us https://toastmasterscdn.azureedge.net/medias/files/department-documents/online-clubs/458-online-meeting-infographic.pdf ABOUT TOASTMASTERS Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Founded in October 1924, the Toastmasters International organization currently has more than 280,000 members in 13,500-plus clubs in 116 countries. For information about local Toastmasters clubs, please visit www.toastmasters.org Hope you can join us either in person or Zoom. \>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>\>

Join us every week at San Jose Toastmasters Club #1577 to listen to speeches and craft your own to present. Exchange on-the-spot feedback with peers, as you all seek to improve your public speaking skills. We offer a welcoming and fun environment where you will become a more confident communicator and leader. The Toastmasters organization is a proven global success story. It currently has 350,000 members worldwide in 142 countries. And it has changed countless lives during its 100-year history. Come visit your local San Jose Club 1577 to see what the hype is all about! http://sjtm.toastmastersclubs.org/ https://www.facebook.com/sjtm1577/

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Let's get together for co-working! We plan on meeting up with our laptops and work our own stuff, maybe chat a bit too. All UX enthusiasts are welcome. :) We're meeting at downtown Sunnyvale’s Coffee & More. The owner has agreed to reserve the table in the back so look for us back there! This event is popular so I recommend coming early / on-time to ensure a seat with us. Wednesday 1PM-4PM Coffee and More [https://maps.app.goo.gl/FnbAbfvd4RPrrT7eA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/FnbAbfvd4RPrrT7eA) Please remember to purchase a drink or food item at Coffee & More, who kindly agreed to host our event ☕ — Location — 100 S Murphy Ave, Sunnyvale, CA Coffee & More is located at the end of Murphy Ave, on the side near the Caltrain. — Parking — There is ample parking around downtown Sunnyvale. The closest lot is behind the row of buildings the cafe is apart of (3-hour parking), and there is lot behind the row of buildings on the other side of Murphy Ave. There is a large 4-hour parking lot at the front of Murphy Ave, not on the side of the Caltrain. If all else fails, there is an underground parking garage, entrance near the post office.

**The Purpose** This group provides a dedicated resource for those who experience **compassion fatigue or burnout** in their working lives. If you spend your days giving to others, this is your space to replenish. We use meditation as a tool for resilience, moving from the exhaustion of "doing" into the restoration of "being." **Meet Your Guide** **Lauren Brown** began meditating at age 17 with TM for Teens. She has spent the intervening 47 years studying various meditation practices from around the world and brings this global wisdom to our sessions to help bridge the gap between ancient stillness and modern professional demands. *** **Our 60-Minute Flow** * **00–10m \| The Check\-In:** We begin with a short check-in around the circle. Each person introduces themselves and says a few words about how they are arriving. * **10–35m \| The Practice:** A 25-minute meditation guided by Lauren, drawing from diverse traditions to soothe the nervous system. * **35–55m \| Spontaneous Sharing:** The floor opens for an exploration of the joys, difficulties, and insights experienced in practice and the ways to [bring mindfulness alive](https://www.tarabrach.com/starting-meditation-group/) in relationships, work, and daily life. * **55–60m \| Closing:** A brief final grounding to carry this peace back into your world. *** **Guidelines for the Circle** To protect the restorative nature of our time together, we observe these heart-centered practices: * **Speak from Direct Experience:** Speak about what’s alive for you in this moment, from your heart. Refrain from intellectual/philosophical discussion or long storytelling. * **Be Lean of Expression:** Being concise helps everyone be heard. If you’ve already spoken, give others a spacious opportunity to share a first time before you share again. * **Listen Deeply:** Notice what arises within you as you listen—and what arises as you speak. * **Honor the Silence:** Members should feel free to share at any time, but are **never obligated** to do so. We refrain from offering unsolicited advice. * **Honor the Space:** Please [silence all devices](https://m.facebook.com/groups/TheHugNation/posts/3353974138161089/) to preserve our collective stillness. *** **Logistics** * **Who:** Open to healthcare workers, educators, and anyone facing professional burnout. * **Bring:** Chairs and cushions are available. You may also bring your own cushion, yoga mat, or bench for your comfort. * **Location:** Faith Lutheran Church (Fireside Rm) 16548 Ferris Ave., Los Gato. * **Donation:** Requested donation $10-$20.

SF Bay Area branch of the international organization Schola Saint George: http://www.scholasaintgeorge.org . Schola Saint George- San Francisco Bay Area, California Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/124470250919073/ We study and practice the "Arte d'Armizare" (Art of Armed Combat) of 14th-15th century European medieval master of arms Fiore dei Liberi, every Sunday afternoon in Lakewood Park, Sunnyvale. Included in this martial system is medieval unarmed grappling, dagger, longsword, and spear. Beginners welcome. No previous experience nor equipment necessary - we can lend you practice weapons and basic safety equipment. You will find us a friendly and welcoming group and safety is our priority. Look for us near the tennis courts under the redwood trees! Masks are required.

Sunnyvale, California branch of Belegarth Medieval Combat Society. We meet Saturdays at Lakewood Park in Sunnyvale, CA from 12:30 pm to about 4 pm. We also can direct you to other practices across the Bay Area. Open to anyone 16+ with 18+ guardian to sign the safety waiver. Wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty, we can supply loaner gear for the rest! Please join the Discord or Facebook group to get more reliable updates week to week! If you are looking to connect with the realms in the greater area of Northern California, please make sure to check out the Norcalia group page! https://www.facebook.com/groups/Norcalia/

Hi Neighbors! 👋 Every Thursday, 7–8 PM, we’re opening the doors of The Milpitas Mosque (Baitul Baseer, 926 Evans Rd, Milpitas, CA) for you and your friends to come, connect, and learn about true Islam. In times when the world feels uncertain, let’s come together to build understanding, peace, and friendship. ✨ 📍 Everyone is welcome. Bring your questions, curiosity, and an open heart. 🤝 Invite a friend and help spread the word!

Join us for a calming evening of mindfulness meditation focused on promoting healing and inner peace. Our session will include guided meditation led by experienced practitioners, incorporating Buddhist teachings to deepen your practice. Open to all levels, this event offers a supportive space for those seeking to cultivate mindfulness and spiritual growth. Connect with like-minded individuals in the Palo Alto Buddhist Meditation Meetup community as we come together to explore the intersection of meditation and healing. Let's journey towards tranquility and well-being in a welcoming environment inspired by the essence of Buddhism. The event is held at the Cowper Inn Loft located at 705 Cowper St., Palo Alto, CA 94301. The space is located behind the building on the corner of Cowper St. and Forest Ave.

Join us this Sunday, either in person or online, as we watch two 15-minute sections of the TV show 60 minutes that were joined with two other sections of 60 Minutes into a single video. 60 Minutes is an American television news magazine since 1968. *The New York Times* has called it “one of the most esteemed news magazines on American television". The first segment, the first 13 minutes of the video, is called *Here Come the Humanoids,* first aired in January 4, 2026, and shows the status of humanoid robots. Boston Dynamics is developing a humanoid robot for the auto maker Hyundai. The second segment, from 27 minutes to 40 minutes, entitled *Future of Warfare* ,first aired on May 18, 2025. It's an interview with Palmer Luckey, the co-founder of Anduril which makes autonomous weapons. You can watch these here: [https://youtu.be/s1ISnaUQgUE](https://youtu.be/s1ISnaUQgUE) **Attend in Person:** Join fellow Humanists at the [Old Mill Clubhouse, 49 Showers Dr, Mountain View, CA 94040](https://maps.app.goo.gl/8qp5ifvWqghaZiup7). Lunch will be served after the forum. We request a $10 donation. If you can join us in person, please email vp@humanists.org to help us make sure we have room for you. If you have symptoms that may be COVID, kindly attend on Zoom. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Also, we will continue to present our forums on Zoom. To join and be able to ask questions and make comments, go to: [https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81653890712?pwd=QzN4MTVNbGEwQ0Zua3d1VG9tVE50UT09](https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81653890712?pwd=QzN4MTVNbGEwQ0Zua3d1VG9tVE50UT09) No password is needed -- our host will admit you from the waiting room. Joining the meeting via the link will download and install the Zoom app on your desktop computer (if it's not already installed), and then take you to the meeting. You can also install the Zoom app on your computer or smart phone, and then enter: Meeting ID: 816 5389 0712 Passcode: 250634 Join the meeting by phone. +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) Find an international phone number to call here: [https://zoom.us/u/afYkAuvE6](https://zoom.us/u/afYkAuvE6) *** Subscribe to our events in your Apple Calendar: [webcal://p162-caldav.icloud.com/published/2/Mjk3Nzk1MTgyMjk3Nzk1MRBa7aU6zKSIJMfDjhqBP8r3muvKK3GLLCRnZoCneHpXv08CyGJAJRVI5yyh-SVWxGJE9xHfdUs72pmiBNlOBpY]() Add this event to your Google calendar: [https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=NjFucmVjN2o3ZjdzcGJtdnV2cTJydjB2dTggaHVtYW5pc3Rjb21tc3ZAbQ&tmsrc=humanistcommsv%40gmail.com](https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=NjFucmVjN2o3ZjdzcGJtdnV2cTJydjB2dTggaHVtYW5pc3Rjb21tc3ZAbQ&tmsrc=humanistcommsv%40gmail.com) Monthly Event Calendar: [https://www.humanists.org/blog/monthly-calendar/](https://www.humanists.org/blog/monthly-calendar/) Like us on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/humanistcommsv/](https://www.facebook.com/humanistcommsv/) RSVP on Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/humanistcommunity/events/313614018/](https://www.meetup.com/humanistcommunity/events/313614018/) Click the Interested button or share on Patch: [https://patch.com/california/paloalto/calendar/event/20260308/4c033570-c5ea-485f-95a9-c49f59c456cd/here-come-the-humanoids](https://patch.com/california/paloalto/calendar/event/20260308/4c033570-c5ea-485f-95a9-c49f59c456cd/here-come-the-humanoids) Retweet our announcement on the social-media platform formerly known as Twitter: [https://x.com/HumanistCommSV/status/2028702744564125727](https://x.com/HumanistCommSV/status/2028702744564125727) Humanist Community website: [http://www.humanists.org/](http://www.humanists.org/) Videos of previous forums: [https://vimeo.com/hcsv/](https://vimeo.com/hcsv/) To help our Forum series continue, please consider making a donation or becoming a member ([http://www.humanists.org/blog/membership/)](http://www.humanists.org/blog/membership/)) of the Humanist Community. *** If you would like to speak at a Humanist Forum, or know someone who would, or there is a topic you think we should discuss, please let us know by emailing [vp@humanists.org](mailto:vp@humanists.org) or [havasy@live.com](mailto:havasy@live.com).

This is a drop-in, drop-out event, open to all interest and skill levels. We play board games at the Fremont Main Library (2400 Stevenson Blvd) from 1PM-4:30PM every other Sunday. Pre-registering is encouraged but not required. Feel free to bring your own game to play and be ready to meet new people. It's the first room on the right when you enter the library (Fukaya Room A). In the event that the Fukaya Room A is occupied by another event (usually a book sale), we will be in the first room on the left when you enter the library. https://aclibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?series=66843818b9c88bd237522ffc Online registration is encouraged but not required. You can learn more about our group at our Facebook page: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/672864727659884/](https://www.facebook.com/groups/672864727659884/) And on our discord: [https://discord.gg/hknrAXzsrB](https://discord.gg/hknrAXzsrB)

Our practice consists of 24 minutes of meditation followed by a dharma talk and discussion. Beginners are welcome! We offer a quiet, intentional space designed to support awareness, compassion and insight. There will be an informal tea and quiet conversation after practice. We are a community of like minded individuals who collectively and intentionally support one another to help build peace, harmony and understanding in the world. We meet under the guidance and mentorship of Khen Rinpoche Zeekgyab Tulku. Appointed by the Dalai Lama, he is Abbot of The Tashi Lhunpo Panchen Lama Monastery in Bylakuppe, India. You can read more about our Sangha at https://tashilhunposangha.org . Come join us! The event is held at the Yoga Loft located in Palo Alto at the small building behind 705 Cowper St. Please RSVP to let us know how many people to expect. All are welcome.

**The Purpose** This group provides a dedicated resource for those who experience **compassion fatigue or burnout** in their working lives. If you spend your days giving to others, this is your space to replenish. We use meditation as a tool for resilience, moving from the exhaustion of "doing" into the restoration of "being." **Meet Your Guide** **Lauren Brown** began meditating at age 17 with TM for Teens. She has spent the intervening 47 years studying various meditation practices from around the world and brings this global wisdom to our sessions to help bridge the gap between ancient stillness and modern professional demands. *** **Our 60-Minute Flow** * **00–10m \| The Check\-In:** We begin with a short check-in around the circle. Each person introduces themselves and says a few words about how they are arriving. * **10–35m \| The Practice:** A 25-minute meditation guided by Lauren, drawing from diverse traditions to soothe the nervous system. * **35–55m \| Spontaneous Sharing:** The floor opens for an exploration of the joys, difficulties, and insights experienced in practice and the ways to [bring mindfulness alive](https://www.tarabrach.com/starting-meditation-group/) in relationships, work, and daily life. * **55–60m \| Closing:** A brief final grounding to carry this peace back into your world. *** **Guidelines for the Circle** To protect the restorative nature of our time together, we observe these heart-centered practices: * **Speak from Direct Experience:** Speak about what’s alive for you in this moment, from your heart. Refrain from intellectual/philosophical discussion or long storytelling. * **Be Lean of Expression:** Being concise helps everyone be heard. If you’ve already spoken, give others a spacious opportunity to share a first time before you share again. * **Listen Deeply:** Notice what arises within you as you listen—and what arises as you speak. * **Honor the Silence:** Members should feel free to share at any time, but are **never obligated** to do so. We refrain from offering unsolicited advice. * **Honor the Space:** Please [silence all devices](https://m.facebook.com/groups/TheHugNation/posts/3353974138161089/) to preserve our collective stillness. *** **Logistics** * **Who:** Open to healthcare workers, educators, and anyone facing professional burnout. * **Bring:** Chairs and cushions are available. You may also bring your own cushion, yoga mat, or bench for your comfort. * **Location:** Faith Lutheran Church (Fireside Rm) 16548 Ferris Ave., Los Gato. * **Donation:** Requested donation $10-$20.

Come join us for some informational philosophical discussion. No prior knowledge or research is needed, but an open mind is. This week we will be discussing the recent push for online age and identity verification. In California, all operating systems will require a system to ask for your age, store it, and serve it to applications, starting next year. Minnesota is implementing similar laws, and is also banning VPNs (systems that anonymize your web traffic and make it look like it is coming from somewhere else) to prevent circumventing this law. Multiple states have implemented requirements for facial scans and/or ID uploading to access adult content. This is all advertised as a way to protect minors from dangerous content. Discussion questions: 1. Do you have a right to anonymity on the internet? 2. What steps should be taken to protect minors from dangerous or inappropriate content online? 3. Who should the responsibility to protect minors fall onto: Parents, service providers, device/OS makers, the government? 4. Should there be any limits to what content adults can access on the internet? If there should be limits, who should impose them and how?

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