Click the event for details and registration. Our events begin precisely on time, and doors will be locked five minutes before the event begins in order to foster an environment of supportive silence in the zendo (practice hall). Please plan to arrive at least ten minutes before the stated start time. Parking can be challenging in our neighborhood, so allow extra time for finding a parking space and walking to the center. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes—dark, quiet colors are best. Out of care for those with allergies, please avoid perfume or scented products.
Our daily sittings do not require registration, but do register in advance for special events such as beginners’ nights, introductory seminars, all-day sittings, workshops, and classes.
If you have signed up but need to cancel on short notice, please call the office and leave a message.
The book club the 4th Saturday of each month for a 25-minute round of zazen at 8am followed by the current book discussion from 8:30 - 9:30 am. All are welcome. The current book is The Wisdom of No Escape by Pema Chodron. Following this April meeting the book club will break for the summer […]
Two 25-minute rounds of zazen followed by a Dharma talk by assistant teacher Bill Hamaker. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom.
The Queer Dharma group aims to deepen our intimate understanding of the oneness of Zen practice and queer life. Sittings are open to anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+ or who may be working through how they identify. We start with one round of meditation followed by a group discussion exploring the intersectionality of Buddhism and […]
Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […]
75-Minute Mindfulness Drop-In Join us for a secular mindfulness practice led by Gabrielle Gerlits. This is a free drop-in session (donations are optional). No sign-up or pre-registration is required, and there are no prerequisites. Everyone is welcome, whether you are new to mindfulness or returning to practice. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Dark, quiet colors are […]