Meditation Workshops

This blog was originally posted in 2025 and has been updated to reflect current information.

Meditation Workshops Offered at SJPL

San José Public Library proudly presents a series of virtual workshops on various topics of meditation presented by professionals from around the country.

All workshops are free and available on Zoom. Learn more about Zoom at zoom.us.

Registration required. All registrants will receive a Zoom link to log in at least 30 minutes before start time.

Find a Workshop that Works for You!

Here are the workshops currently on the schedule:

Wednesday, August 26, 6 - 7 pm - The Practice of Meditation
Join Doug Frankel as he connects meditation and spiritual development to important aspects of our lives. He will offer a practical technique of meditation that can positively impact your life. Through first hand demonstrations of this simple yet highly effective method you will discover the key to deeper concentration, relaxation and profound personal growth. More details & registration.
Wednesday, September, 16, 6 – 7 pm - Meditation: The Gift of The Present
Join Arvind Naik, long time meditator for this powerful workshop that focuses on how to calm the mind which is constantly taking us into the past and the future. He will share techniques that one can put into practice so we can experience peace in the current moment. Arvind will go over some practical exercises that will be presented to help us regain a state of bliss and there will be a change to meditate during the program. More details & registration.
Wednesday, October 28, 6 - 7 pm - Finding Stillness: Letting go of Anxiety through Meditation
Meditation offers a quiet refuge from the noise of anxious thoughts, helping you return to the present moment with greater ease. By stilling the mind and body, you create space between yourself and the worries that often feel overwhelming. This practice can soften the intensity of anxiety, improve emotional wellbeing and build a sense of inner calm. Join Arlene Samsel for this workshop. More details & registration.
Wednesday, November 18, 6 – 7 pm - Bring the Joy to the Holiday Season Through Meditation
Meditation has been known as a healing modality. Join Nirav Sheth long time meditator as he discusses the extraordinary positive effect that meditation can have on your life. The benefits are so numerous. By incorporating meditation into your daily routine you will see the changes! Nirav will also present a simple, yet powerful meditation technique that can enrich one’s life on many levels and help with seasonal stress. More details & registration.
Wednesday, December 9, 6 - 7pm - Reflect & Renew: a Pre-New Year Meditation Workshop
As the year comes to a close, join us for a peaceful and restorative meditation workshop designed to help you slow down, reflect, and set meaningful intentions for the year ahead. Leave feeling refreshed, centered, and inspired as you prepare to enter the New Year with greater mindfulness and purpose. Join Ajili Hodari for this powerful workshop. More details & registration.
Wednesday, January 27, 6 - 7 pm - Quiet Beginnings: Welcoming the New Year Through Meditation
As the new year unfolds, many of us feel the familiar pull to set resolutions, make plans, and strive for change. But what if, instead of rushing forward, we chose to begin with stillness? Beginning the year with meditation is not about perfection or discipline; it is about presence. Even a few minutes each day can cultivate a sense of calm, helping us navigate the uncertainties and challenges ahead with greater ease. Let the New Year begin not with noise, but with a quiet mind and an open heart and by integrating a practice in your life that can be life changing. Join Bruce Faithwick long time meditator for this powerful program. There will be a chance to practice this technique during the program. More details & registration.
Wednesday, February 24, 6 - 7 pm - Beyond Death, Medical Facts, Mysticism & Meditation
Since the 1980s when near death experiences became part of the public consciousness, they have held endless attraction for people. Why do they resonate so powerfully within us? Join Dr. Matthew Raider, hear the latest medical research and discover a simple, natural way to connect with the inner light talked about by those who’ve experienced a NDE. Through a simple time-honored method of meditation, you too can explore those realms of peace within you. More details & registration.