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SUMMARY:Indigenous People's Day Holiday\, CC 10/12
DESCRIPTION:City Center\, including the offices and zendo\, will be closed in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. \nThe Online Zendo will be available.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/indigenous-peoples-day-holiday-cc-10-12/
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T123000
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SUMMARY:Member Gathering & Malas\, GGF 9/20
DESCRIPTION:Practice doesn’t only happen on the cushion\,it happens in connection\, too! Join us for a casual gathering of SFZC members to meet one another and build the kind of community that sustains us beyond our time in the zendo. \nWe will be distributing wrist malas (ojuzu) at the gathering. Used for generations to steady the mind and count recitations\, a mala is a beautiful\, wearable reminder of our shared practice. Come catch up with fellow practitioners\, practice steady awareness with your hands\, and leave with a personalized mala to wear throughout your day as a reminder of your practice. \nBefore the member gathering\, you are invited to join us for the Sunday morning program (zazen and dharma talk) at Green Gulch Farm.   \nThis event is open to SFZC members only. To join\, please go to: http://giving.sfzc.org/membership.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/member-gathering-malas-ggf-9-20/
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T173000
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DTSTAMP:20260827T023939Z
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SUMMARY:Member Gathering & Malas\, CC 9/9
DESCRIPTION:Practice doesn’t only happen on the cushion\, it happens in connection\, too! Join us for a casual gathering of SFZC members to meet one another and build the kind of community that sustains us beyond our time in the zendo. \nWe will be distributing wrist malas (ojuzu) at the gathering. Used for generations to steady the mind and count recitations\, a mala is a beautiful\, wearable reminder of our shared practice. Come catch up with fellow practitioners\, practice steady awareness with your hands\, and leave with a personalized mala to wear throughout your day as a reminder of your practice. \nAfter the member gathering\, you are invited to join us for dinner at City Center\, and attend the Wednesday dharma talk.  \n** This event is open to SFZC members only. To join\, please go to: http://giving.sfzc.org/membership. 
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/member-gathering-malas-cc-9-9/
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260907T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T015416Z
CREATED:20260827T015415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T015416Z
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SUMMARY:Labor Day Holiday\, CC 9/7
DESCRIPTION:City Center\, including the offices\, zendo\, and bookstore will be closed. The Online Zendo will be closed.Meditation in Recovery will still meet at 7:30 pm PT.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/labor-day-holiday-cc-9-7/
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260731T210000
DTSTAMP:20260924T211443Z
CREATED:20260712T003947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T211443Z
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SUMMARY:City Center Summer Resident's Retreat\, CC 7/29–7/31
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 29—Friday\, July 31 \nCity Center will be closed to the public for our annual three-day Residents Summer Retreat. \nJuly 29–July 31:  City Center will be closed\, including the Front Office and Bookstore.  There will be no morning or evening public zazen and no Dharma talk on Wednesday\, July 29. \nOn Saturday\, August 1 we will offer the usual Saturday morning program with 6:30 and 9:25 am zazen and 10:00 Dharma talk; however\, there will be no public lunch  on that day.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/city-center-summer-residents-retreat-cc-7-29-8-1/
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260703T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T210000
DTSTAMP:20260712T004346Z
CREATED:20260712T004001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T004346Z
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SUMMARY:Independence Day Holiday\, 7/3–7/4
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 3–Saturday\, July 4 \nCity Center\, including the offices and zendo as well as the Online Zendo\, will be closed Friday July 3 and Saturday July 4. \nWhile Green Gulch Farm is still open to hike through\, all facilities will be closed on July 4.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/independence-day-holiday-7-3-7-4/
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260624T210000
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CREATED:20260510T214857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T010117Z
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SUMMARY:Baika-ryu Eisanka: A Presentation on Japanese Buddhist Hymn Chanting\, CC 6/24
DESCRIPTION:What is Baika-ryū Eisanka (Sōtō Zen Buddhist Hymns)? \nBaika-ryū Eisanka refers to a tradition of Buddhist hymns chanted within the Sōtō Zen school. This tradition was formally established in 1952. Through chanting these hymns\, practitioners study the teachings of the Buddha (Shakyamuni)\, as well as the founding teachers of the Sōtō Zen tradition\, Dōgen Zenji and Keizan Zenji. Based on a spirit of vow and commitment\, Baika-ryū is not only about chanting but also about putting these teachings into practice in daily life. \nAt each temple\, people gather to learn devotion and practice\, with a joyful emphasis on chanting together. By coming together\, participants wish for each other’s happiness\, support one another through suffering and difficulties\, and encourage one another in a spirit of harmony. In this way\, they aspire to live bright\, compassionate\, and meaningful lives together. 
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/baika-ryu-eisanka-a-presentation-on-japanese-buddhist-hymn-chanting-cc-6-24/
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260619T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260619T210000
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CREATED:20260510T214844Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Holiday\, CC 6/19
DESCRIPTION:City Center is closed Friday\, June 19\, in honor of Juneteenth\, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The day was first recognized as a federal holiday in 2021. \nThe Online Zendo will not be offered.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/juneteenth-holiday-cc-6-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T160000
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SUMMARY:Green Gulch Farm Welcome Day: Zen-a-thon 2026\, GGF 5/31
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 31\, 1–4 pm\, Green Gulch Farm \nGreen Gulch Farm is hosting an afternoon of community and celebration on the farm in honor of Many Hands\, Many Hearts\, One Sangha\, our Zen-a-thon 2026 fundraiser. \nThe afternoon will begin with a welcome arrival of tea and snacks and a guided tour of farm. The tour will be followed by a scenic group walk down to Muir Beach. Guests will also have a special opportunity to visit and learn more about Sowing the Moon (Shugetsu-an)\, the Green Gulch Farm tea house. \nThis event is free and open to the public. It is important to register in advance so we can plan for attendance. If you haven’t already\, please consider donating to our Zen-a-thon campaign. \nContact development@sfzc.org if you have any questions. \nFree public event \nSchedule \n\n1:00–1:20 pm Arrival (greet guests at welcome table\, tea & snacks)\n1:20–1:30 pm Welcome\n\nEarly Afternoon \n\n1:30–2:30 pm(A) Farm Tour(B) Sit in Zendo(C) The Way of Tea Ceremony (special invite\, waitlist only\, ends at 3:00 pm)\n2:30–3:00 pm Break\n\nLate Afternoon \n\n3:00–4:00pm(A) Teahouse Tour: Sowing the Moon Teahouse (Shugetsu-an)(B) Walk to Muir Beach\n4:00 pm Closing
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/green-gulch-farm-welcome-day-zen-a-thon-2026-ggf-5-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260712T004325Z
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SUMMARY:Returning to the Roots of Zen: A Slideshow Presentation\, CC 5/22
DESCRIPTION:Join current practice period co-leader Lucy Xiao for a visual pilgrimage into some of China’s most significant Zen temples. Through photographs and stories\, this presentation offers glimpses into the history\, culture\, and living tradition of Chinese Zen—from retreat practice to visits to temples connected with the development and transmission of Zen across China. We warmly invite you to be part of this exploration. \nThis event is in-person only.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/returning-to-the-roots-of-zen-a-slideshow-presentation-cc-5-22/
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010041Z
CREATED:20260510T214831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T010041Z
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SUMMARY:From Golden Gate to Greens: A Peace Walk for Zen-a-thon 2026\, Greens 5/17
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Many Hands\, Many Hearts\, One Sangha\, our Zen-a-thon 2026 fundraiser\, SFZC will be hosting a Peace Walk for all to participate. \nBeginning at the Golden Gate Bridge\, SFZC priest Anshi Zachary Smith will lead this 3 mile walk through the Presidio\, Crissy Field\, and the Marina Green to Fort Mason. There we will have a closing ceremony and dedicate the merit of our effort to the awakening of all beings. An optional ticketed reception follows at Greens Restaurant\, with food and beverages. \nOur previous Peace Walk sold out as we had a limited number of spots due to permitting. This Peace Walk has the capacity to be much larger\, so we are happy to report there should be plenty of room for all. However\, space is limited for the Greens reception. We expect this part of the event to fill up quickly. (A waitlist will be available.) There are separate registrations for the walk and the reception; you can attend either or join us for both. \nWe hope you can join us\, rain or shine (check the weather forecast before you arrive!). Wear comfortable\, walking shoes\, weather-appropriate clothing\, and if you wish\, your rakusu and/or Buddhist robes are encouraged but not necessary. \nSFZC will provide a map of the route or you can download it. Photos will be taken during the walk\, so please let us know if you do not want to be in a photo. \n\nThe walk is free and open to the public.\nThe Greens Reception is $100 per person and requires an additional registration.\n\nIt is important to register in advance so we can plan for attendance.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/from-golden-gate-to-greens-a-peace-walk-for-zen-a-thon-2026-greens-5-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260924T205739Z
CREATED:20260510T214817Z
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SUMMARY:Zen-a-thon 2026 Open House\, CC 5/16
DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite you to a special Open House in the spirit of launching our Zen-a-thon 2026 fundraising campaign! Whether you are a longtime practitioner or visiting for the first time\, this day is curated to offer a welcoming entry point into the practice of Zen and the life of our temple. Please join us as we explore our historic City Center building\, engage with fellow practitioners\, and experience the quiet clarity of zazen in a supportive environment. \nSchedule for the Day: \nJoin us for the full morning\, or for the portions that best suit your schedule: \n\n8:00 am Arrival & Welcome: Join us in the Welcome Center for tea\, light refreshments\, and an opportunity to browse our bookstore. Enter through the bookstore door at 300 Page St.\n8:30 am Zazen Instruction: A guided introduction to Zazen (meditation) and Zendo forms\, specifically designed for those new to the practice.\n9:25 am Zazen: A period of formal seated meditation in the Zendo (meditation hall).\n10:00 am Dharma Talk: A public teaching offered by a senior practitioner.\n11:30 am Reception: Tea and cookies and a Q&A session with the Dharma teacher.\n12:00 pm Community Lunch: A traditional vegetarian meal served in the Dining Room.\n1:00 pm Guided tour of the City Center building.\n\n*Note for Experienced Practitioners: Those familiar with temple forms are welcome to join the morning’s earlier schedule at 6:30 am for Zazen\, Service\, and Soji (temple cleaning). \nOur Welcome Table will remain open from 8:00 am–1:00 pm. Residents and staff will be available to assist with membership registration\, provide information on upcoming programs\, and answer questions regarding Zen practice. \nPlease contact development@sfzc.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zen-a-thon-2026-open-house-cc-5-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260712T004334Z
CREATED:20260712T003947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T004334Z
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SUMMARY:Interim Announcement\, CC 6/1–6/3
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, June 1 – Wednesday\, June 3 \nDuring interim there will be no zazen.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/interim-announcement-cc-6-1-6-3/
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