Gregory Kramer, Ph.D.
Founder and Guiding Teacher, Metta Programs, Developer of the Insight Dialogue meditation practice
Insight Dialogue: Practicing Interpersonal Meditation
Connection | Innovation | Meditation | Mental Health | Mindfulness | Psychology | Relationships | Sociology | Transformation | Well Being
This one-day retreat is offered free of charge to the community – meditation experience is helpful, but not essential. Gregory Kramer, Ph.D. will explain the concept of Insight Dialogue, and participants will have the time to calm their minds, practice ID, and move to a deeper level of relationality. Co-taught with Phyllis Hicks, D.Min., Senior Teacher, Metta Programs. Coffee, tea and water will be provided; participants must bring own non-refrigerated lunch. Meditation experience is helpful but not essential. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED – space is limited, and we cannot allow drop-in attendees.
Upcoming Events
ZOOM EVENT + BOOK GIVEAWAY
Leadership Intelligence
Caroline Webb
Leadership coach, economist, and bestselling author
Jonathan Haidt, Ph.D.
Thomas Cooley Professor of Ethical Leadership at New York University's Stern School of Business and bestselling author
Sep 9 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
ON ZOOM
IN-PERSON! BOOK GIVEAWAY!
An Evening with Min Jin Lee
Min Jin Lee
Bestselling author of "Free Food for Millionaires" and "Pachinko"
Oct 2 2026
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Evanston Township High School Auditorium
Note: Event start time is Central Time (CT).
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
IN-PERSON! BOOK GIVEAWAY!
Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World
Adam Grant, Ph.D.
Saul P. Steinberg Professor of Management and Professor of Psychology, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Oct 15 2026
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Francis W. Parker School, Heller Auditorium
Note: Event start time is Central Time (CT).
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
