The life of man is a self-evolving circle,
which, from a ring imperceptibly small,
rushes on all sides outwards to new and larger circles,
and that without end.
— Emerson
2026 Theme: Awakening to Interdependence
Realizing the Principles of American Democracy
Saturday, February 14, 2026
- Concord Hall, 1407 Chapala St, and Livestreaming on YouTube
- 2:00 PM
On this Presidents’ Day weekend, as we honor the sacrifices of two of America’s greatest revolutionary leaders, the Institute invites you to join in an engaging forum on the driving principles behind America’s experiment in democracy.
Yogananda, Autobiography of a Yogi
Saturday, March 7, 2026
- Concord Hall, 1407 Chapala Street, and Livestreaming on YouTube
- 2:00 P.M.
Paramahansa Yogananda was an author, teacher and mystic as well as one of the first Hindu monks of the 20th century to teach and popularize the Eastern system of Kriya Yoga in the West.
Ongoing Study Circle
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- Seminar Room of Concord House & on Zoom
- 7:30 – 9:00 pm (PDT)
In February we will use 3 weeks considering various aspects of A.I., especially in relationship to consciousness.
PRISM, IWC’s Community Connections and Announcements
2026 Sangham Holi Celebration –– Festival of Colors
Saturday, March 14th at 11:00 am at Tucker’s Grove Park, Area 5, 850 San Antonio Creed Rd., Santa Barbara
All are welcome! Please RSVP by March 8th. Please visit their website for more information: www.sangamsb.org