Wake Up Ithaca

Who are we?

Wake Up Ithaca is a peer-facilitated meeting of young adults in our 20s & 30s interested in practicing mindfulness. We gather twice a month to create a refuge of peace, joy, and sanity for each other. We share a determination to live in an awakened way and to realize the path of understanding and love so that we can help build a healthier and more compassionate society. Beginners are always welcomed. Meetings are free. Donations are gratefully accepted to support our rent.

Wake Up Ithaca is part of a Wake Up International, global community of young mindfulness practitioners, aged 18-35+, inspired by the teachings of Zen teacher and peace activist Thich Nhat Hanh.

When do we meet?

2nd and 4th Saturdays from 10 to 11:30 am.

Where do we meet?

St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 402 N Aurora St. Ithaca, NY 14850

Please enter through the side entrance on Aurora St. This is the 2nd set of double doors from Court St. There will be a keypad. Email ithaca@wkup.org for the keypad entry code.

Typical schedule:

Guided sitting meditation (20 mins)

Walking meditation (10 mins)

Reading (10 mins)

Silent sitting meditation (20 mins)

Tea & sharing circle (30 mins)