Upcoming Events
All are welcome to join us for the recurring and special events listed below.
M. A. CENTER
Chicago
- Oct ’26Sun186:00 PM
Navaratri
We warmly invite you to join us for our annual Navaratri celebrations (the nine nights of Devi) Sunday, Oct. 11th through Tuesday, Oct. 20th (we'll observe Vijayadashami on the morning of the 20th - details to…
More Details - Oct ’26Mon196:00 PM
Navaratri
We warmly invite you to join us for our annual Navaratri celebrations (the nine nights of Devi) Sunday, Oct. 11th through Tuesday, Oct. 20th (we'll observe Vijayadashami on the morning of the 20th - details to…
More Details - Oct ’26Thu2211:30 AM
Chair Yoga Class
The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion. It was passed on to us by the ancient seers for the well-being of humanity. Yoga helps us reconnect with natu…
More Details - Oct ’26Sat243:00 PM
Guided IAM-35 Meditation Session
A guided IAM-35 meditation session for those who have completed the IAM-35 course, held Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. — in person in the South Lodge Community Room and via Zoom. Contact maccmeditation@macenters.org for details.
More Details - Oct ’26Sat243:00 PM
Amrita Bala Kendra (ABK)
Amrita Bala Kendra (ABK) passes on Amma’s teachings to children through fun and engaging activities such as stories, bhajans, arts and crafts, celebration of festivals and service projects. ABK focuses on values, multi c…
More Details - Oct ’26Sat244:00 PM
Weekly Satsang
Everyone is welcome to join us for weekly satsang every Saturday — with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana when she is here. Saturdays begin with a morning of seva (selfless service) on the ashram grounds, followed in the afterno…
More Details - Oct ’26Sun256:00 AM
Silent Sunday Morning Meditation and Archana
"The silence that we acquire through prayer and meditation strengthens us to face the challenges of life."— AmmaStart your Sunday with quiet spiritual practice in the satsang hall — archana, the Mahishasura Mardini Stotr…
More Details - Oct ’26Sun253:00 PM
Knit & Crochet for a Good Cause
Join our knitting and crochet circle to make warm items for people in need. All skill levels are welcome, and remote contributions are too. Meets from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month in the Sou…
More Details - Oct ’26Tue278:00 AM
Tuesday Amrita Yoga Class
"The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion."— AmmaJoin us Tuesday mornings for an open, gentle Amrita Yoga class in the Yoga Shala (underneath the satsang hal…
More Details - Oct ’26Tue276:30 PM
Karthika with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana
Join us for a special Karthika program with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana, with chanting and bhajans followed by arati. Karthika is observed monthly in honor of Amma’s birth star.Program (6:30–8:00 PM): Amma Ashtotaram · Gur…
More Details - Oct ’26Thu2911:30 AM
Chair Yoga Class
The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion. It was passed on to us by the ancient seers for the well-being of humanity. Yoga helps us reconnect with natu…
More Details - Oct ’26Sat313:00 PM
Guided IAM-35 Meditation Session
A guided IAM-35 meditation session for those who have completed the IAM-35 course, held Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. — in person in the South Lodge Community Room and via Zoom. Contact maccmeditation@macenters.org for details.
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Local Service Projects
Planting 30 Native Oak Trees
Volunteers of all ages planted 30 native Illinois oaks for Amma’s birthday.
October 2, 2026
Local Service Projects
Mother's Kitchen - Preparing and Serving a Vegetarian Meal at an Area Shelter
Volunteers cooked a vegetarian meal and served it at an Aurora homeless shelter.
October 2, 2026
Swamiji Tours
Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri's August 2026 Visit
Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri visits Chicago with youth programs and a weekend retreat.
August 16, 2026
We pay tribute to the far-reaching contributions of a distinguished educational leader.
Dr. John B. Simpson
Former President of the University at Buffalo, USA