# Event Details - **Event Name**: May Deep Listening: An Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 09:30 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:00 am (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Total beginners and experienced meditators welcome!About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/180a3cb0-32cb-11f1-9977-69abb8414888-rimg-w516-h740-dc292a35-gmir.jpg About this EventWhile meditation and mindfulness have grown in popularity, the quality of instruction and the background knowledge of teachers can vary wildly. In this introductory course, you will have the opportunity to learn about the history and diversity of mindfulness traditions from Dr. Aaron Proffitt, an experienced meditator and expert on the Buddhist traditions of East Asia. Total beginners and experienced meditators welcome!About your FacilitatorAaron Proffitt received his PhD in Buddhist Studies at the University of Michigan, and now works as an associate professor of Japanese Studies at SUNY-Albany where he teaches various courses on Buddhism. Dr. Proffitt is also a certified minister's assistant at the New York Buddhist Church, a co-founder and Dharma School director of the Albany Buddhist Sangha (albanybuddhist.org), and is currently working toward ordination as a Buddhist priest. Check out his interview in the Spring 2025 issue of Tricycle: The Buddhist Review. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albany/may-deep-listening-an-introduction-to-mindfulness-and-meditation/100001986838883585 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, meditation, workshops, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Albany - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Community Room @ Honest Weight Food Co-op - **lat**: 42.67906199999999 - **long**: -73.78316999999998 - **full address**: Community Room @ Honest Weight Food Co-op, 100 Watervliet Ave, Albany, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: May Deep Listening: An Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/9d49059b02be7153ae63a5d27a99b81c718408f5176ff2662af0618d99de7ce5-rimg-w1200-h1720-dc2b2d34-gmir.jpg?v=1775598330 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is May Deep Listening: An Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation being held? - **A:** May Deep Listening: An Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 09:30 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:00 am at Community Room @ Honest Weight Food Co-op, 100 Watervliet Ave, Albany, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing May Deep Listening: An Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation? - **A:** May Deep Listening: An Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation is organized by Honest Weight Food Co-op. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Honest Weight Food Co-op's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Honest Weight Food Co-op a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Honest Weight Food Co-op has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** May Deep Listening: An Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Albany, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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All our classes and services are open to the public!  Please register for a class below or call the Co-op at(518) 482-2667 and speak to the folks at the service desk or the Education Coordinator if you have any questions!No need to print the tickets--just sign up here and we'll have a record of your registration!To see all of our classes and sessions, including drop-in events, visit www.honestweight.coop/education" } ] } ] ```