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SUMMARY:Saturday One-Day Sitting\, CC 11/7
DESCRIPTION:This page is for in-person at City Center sesshin registration. If you want to join online\, register for the Saturday One-Day Sitting\, Online 11/7. \nOne-day sittings offer traditional Soto Zen all-day meditation practice. In order to understand the nature of our formal retreats and to be clear about the details of the practice\, please review a typical one-day sitting schedule. We ask those who attend one-day sittings to commit to participating in the complete schedule. \nWe will be using the traditional Zen form of oryoki for eating some of our meals in the zendo. While meals are included as part of the one-day sitting\, you will need an oryoki set to participate. You may either bring your own set\, purchase one ($100)\, or rent a set for the day ($10). \nPrerequisitesAll One-Day participants are asked to have at least participated in one SFZC half-day sitting\, attended Zazen Instruction and Zendo Forms Instruction at City Center\, and have received training in oryoki or commit to participating in the Oryoki Training on the evening before the One-Day Sit at 5:00 pm in the City Center dining room. \nIf you have any questions regarding the schedule\, guidelines\, or your eligibility for the One-Day Sitting\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall (ino) at ccino@sfzc.org before completing your registration. \nThis sesshin is included with the 2026 Fall Practice Period at City Center\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you already registered for the practice period as a resident\, there is no need to register for this sesshin. \nThe registration deadline is October 30. \nComplete the registration form
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-one-day-sitting-cc-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T085000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T130000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Weekly meeting: Saturdays\, 8:50 am – 1:00 pm. \nSaturday Sangha is for anyone who joins the zazen schedule during the weekdays and/or on Saturday. Within the container of traditional forms\, members of this group participate in doanryo training\, temple care and kitchen practice\, and study. \nDuring the week\, participation includes zazen with the invitation to join the doanryo. On Saturdays\, the Saturday Sangha group bows in together in the courtyard at 8:50 am. The Saturday schedule typically ends at 1:00 pm\, and includes zazen\, a Dharma talk\, tea and cookies\, and study with a teacher.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-sangha/2026-11-07/
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260828T220003Z
CREATED:20260815T031354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T220003Z
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SUMMARY:The Noble Eightfold Path\, Online 11/7–11/14
DESCRIPTION:The Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided at least 24 hours before it begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \n\nTwo Saturdays\, November 7 and 14\, 9:00–11:00 am PT  \n\n“Now this\, monks\, is the noble truth of the way leading to the cessation of suffering: it is this Noble Eightfold Path.” — Buddha \n\nThe heart of Buddha’s teaching is expressed in the Four Noble Truths and the practical application of this teaching is found in the Noble Eightfold Path. The Noble Eightfold Path is what brings the Four Noble Truths to life.  \nAt times of great uncertainty\, anxiety and confusion\, including the unfolding of this election season in our country\, the Noble Eightfold Path can guide us to experience in our own lives the purpose of the Buddha’s teachings: liberation from suffering. \nOften referred to as Buddha’s medicine\, the path consists of eight “wise” elements: wise view\, intention\, speech\, action\, livelihood\, effort\, mindfulness\, and concentration. To journey through all eight components of the Noble Path is to travel toward a life of understanding (prajna/wisdom)\, skillfulness (sila/ethics) and insightful concentration (samadhi/meditation). \nTogether we’ll explore the meaning of each element of the Noble Eightfold Path\, learning how to apply them to our daily lives and practice so that we might embody this Path for the benefit of all beings—ourselves and others. We will pay special attention to the personal\, societal\, and global challenges we are currently experiencing\, highlighting the practical application of this ancient wisdom. \nMaterials will be sent out in advance of each class. While purchase is not necessary\, the teachers will reference the following books\, in addition to other resources: \n\nThe Heart of Buddha’s Teaching by Thich Nhat Hanh\nNoble Truths\, Noble Path: The Heart Essence of the Buddha’s Original Teachings by Bhikkhu Bodhi\n\nPlease join Diane and Cynthia in this study of Buddha’s essential\, timeless teaching. \nRecordings:All course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/the-noble-eightfold-path-online-11-7-11-14/2026-11-07/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Extended Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T110000
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SUMMARY:Saturday 10:00 am Dharma Talk & Livestream: Abbot Tenzen David Zimmerman\, CC 11/7
DESCRIPTION:Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha’s Way. Everyone is welcome to attend. All public dharma talks are held in the Buddha Hall. \n\nNOTE: Preceding the Dharma talk\, from 10 – 10:15\, there is a 15-minute period of gathering and settling to allow everyone to sign in on time and be prepared for the talk to begin. \nTo join the Dharma Talk using Zoom:\nMeeting ID: 264-616-8381Passcode: 805991 \nBy phone:+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)Find your local number
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-1000-am-dharma-talk-livestream-abbot-tenzen-david-zimmerman-cc-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Dharma Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010149Z
CREATED:20260510T214922Z
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SUMMARY:Finding Ease: A Zen and Mindfulness Approach to Anxiety\, GGF 11/8
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 8\, 9:30 am–4:30 pm\, in the Wheelwright Center \n\nTo be you is enough\, you know…– Shunryu Suzuki Roshi \n\nAnxiety and our aversion to it are too often accompanied by reactivity and actions that worsen how we feel. We worry. We criticize and judge ourselves. We suffer. Such thoughts\, and the emotions they trigger\, can become overwhelming\, and can feel relentless. \nOur focus during this workshop will be on our direct experience. We will practice uncovering the natural state of a quieted mind\, slowing down enough to see what is actually happening when we describe ourselves as anxious. As we cultivate the opportunity to be with what is truly happening with awareness and clarity\, we can respond to difficulties with consciousness\, ease\, and new choices\, rather than with reactivity\, which can make things worse. \nWith a foundation of the Buddha’s Four Noble Truths\, this Zen and Mindfulness retreat features guided meditations and related tools. We will also integrate psychotherapeutic strategies\, an approach recognized and supported by leading neuroscience and psychological research. Our intention is to guide participants in creating their individual Finding Ease toolbox. \nThere will be time for participants to explore beautiful Green Gulch Farm\, nestled in a quiet and lush valley that is a 45-minute walk from Stinson Beach and the ocean. And those who are interested are welcome to meditate with the Green Gulch community. \nFinding Ease is appropriate for those who are new to meditation as well as experienced meditators.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/finding-ease-a-zen-and-mindfulness-approach-to-anxiety-ggf-11-8/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T112000
DTSTAMP:20260918T223818Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday 10:00am Dharma Talk: Ango Sara Tashker\, Livestream/Onsite 11/8
DESCRIPTION:Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha’s Way. Public Dharma talks with follow-up Q&A are offered at Green Gulch Farm from 10:00–11:20 am every Sunday morning (with some exceptions) following zazen instruction at 8:15 am and an optional period of zazen (sitting meditation) from 9:30–10:00 am. After the talk\, informal tea with conversation is offered outside the zendo. \nThis public program is available in-person at Green Gulch Farm as well as online via Zoom; all are welcome. \n\nTo join the Dharma Talk using Zoom:\nMeeting ID: 264-616-8381Passcode: 805991 \nBy phone:+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)Find your local number
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/sunday-1000am-dharma-talk-ango-sara-tashker-livestream-onsite-11-8/
CATEGORIES:Dharma Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260925T000954Z
CREATED:20260815T031355Z
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SUMMARY:Deeper Rest: Exploring Relaxation in Daily Life\, Online 11/8–11/29
DESCRIPTION:The Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided at least 24 hours before it begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \n\nFour Sundays\, November 8–29\, 2:30–4:00 pm PT  \nDeep Rest is a skill that we all need. With regular practice\, we can learn how to allow mind and body to easily transition from their usual activated (sympathetic) state to a relaxed  (parasympathetic) mode. This is a state of body and mind that is mentally and physically restorative\, one that brings balance and ease. Deep Rest is repose—a profound stillness of bodymind that is sustained without strain\, that cultivates refreshment and ease. It is the basis of meditative absorption. \nThis series builds on the foundation introduced in Deep Rest: Learning to Let Go\, while also welcoming newcomers who wish to cultivate a deeper relationship with rest and relaxation. \nIn Deeper Rest\, we will continue the practice of letting go in restorative yoga postures\, expand our breathing practice into pranayama (yogic breathing)\, and explore Buddhist teachings on the practice of tranquility on and off the cushion. \nPlease wear comfortable\, non-restrictive clothing and\, if possible\, have the following props available: \n\nYoga mat\nTwo blankets\nYoga strap\nBolster or firm cushion\nEye covering\nYour usual meditation support (cushion\, chair\, or bench)\n\nRecordings:\nAll course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/deeper-rest-exploring-relaxation-in-daily-life-online-11-8-11-29/2026-11-08/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Extended Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T181500
DTSTAMP:20260712T011407Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Sangha with Senior Dharma Teacher Fu Schroeder
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday\, 5:00–6:15 pm PT \nIn addition to the Online Zendo schedule and Dharma offerings of classes and lectures\, we offer a weekly drop-in Sangha Practice Session with Senior Dharma Teacher Fu Schroeder from Green Gulch Farm. This session is hosted on Zoom and features: \n\n5 minutes of silent sitting\nDharma offering from the Senior Dharma Teacher\nInteractive discussion with the teacher\nOpportunity for private interviews \n\nAll are welcome. Registration is not required. You can easily join using a computer\, laptop\, mobile device\, or phone. \nView previously recorded Thursday and Sunday Practice sessions. Select “Fu Sangha Sessions” from the menu. \n\nSupport SFZC Online Programs: \nPlease consider supporting our practice centers and our expanding online community.We are grateful for your support!Give Now \n\nJoin the senior dharma teacher in the Online Zendo with a computer or mobile device: \nMeeting ID: 264-616-8381Passcode: 805991 \nBy phone:+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)Find your local number
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/sunday-sangha-with-senior-dharma-teacher-fu-schroeder/2026-11-08/
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261109T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260925T010059Z
CREATED:20260512T222301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T010059Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation in Recovery\, CC weekly meeting\, Online/Onsite
DESCRIPTION:Meditation in Recovery will meet in a hybrid format—In person AND on Zoom— each Monday. \nMonday Nights at 7:30 \nJoin Online MeetingMeeting ID: 886 966 3311Passcode: Meditate23 \nIf attending online\, please log in five minutes before the meeting opens. \n\nMondays\, 7:30 – 9 pm \nThis drop-in group explores the connections between Buddhist practice and recovery. The evening begins with a brief meditation instruction\, followed by a period of meditation\, and a short talk. \nDiscussion periods follow\, for those In-Person and those on Zoom. \nThe group is led by senior practitioners in recovery. Donation requested. \nMeditation in Recovery sometimes meets on Monday holidays. The Mondays when the group will not meet will be posted on the City Center calendar. \nPlease visit our MiR homepage for more information about our weekly meetings\, meditation instructions\, and other special events.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/meditation-in-recovery-cc-weekly-meeting-online-onsite/2026-11-09/
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261109T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261109T210000
DTSTAMP:20261020T172643Z
CREATED:20260729T024509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T172643Z
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SUMMARY:Heart Practices of a Bodhisattva: The Six Paramitas\, CC/Online 10/5–11/23
DESCRIPTION:Use this page to register for the class only. \nIf you would like to register for the full Fall Practice Period\, there is a Residential option or an Online/Commuter option. \nEight Mondays\, October 5–November 23 | 7:30–9:00 pm \nThe Six Paramitas or ‘perfections’ are foundational Buddhist practices that guide individuals on the path to awakening. When practiced deeply\, each of these paramitas\, or far-reaching attitudes\, helps one transcend personal suffering and support others on their journey toward wisdom and peace. According to Mahayana Buddhism\, a bodhisattva (“Buddha-to-be”) naturally follows and embodies these six transcendental virtues: Generosity (Dana)\, Ethical Conduct (Sila)\, Patience/Forbearance (Kshanti)\, Diligence/Heroic Effort (Virya)\, Concentration/Meditation (Dhyana)\, and Wisdom (Prajna). Indeed\, these virtues are considered the heart practices of a Bodhisattva. \nIn this eight-week class led by Abbot Tenzen David Zimmerman\, we’ll explore (through lectures\, readings\, group discussions\, and weekly reflections) each of the six paramitas and ways to cultivate and manifest them in our lives to effect transformation at the personal\, interpersonal\, and societal levels. We will also study examples of the perfections from Shakyamuni Buddha’s own previous lives\, drawn from the Jataka tales. \nYou can attend class in-person at City Center or online via Zoom.  \nNote: The October 12 class will be online for everyone due to a temple-observed holiday. \nRecordings:All course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/heart-practices-of-a-bodhisattva-the-six-paramitas-cc-online-10-5-11-23/2026-11-09/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Extended Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260919T000153Z
CREATED:20260510T214922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T000153Z
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SUMMARY:Five-Day Sesshin\, GGF 11/10–11/15
DESCRIPTION:Sesshin\, meaning “to gather\, collect\, and convey the mind-heart\,” is a traditional Soto Zen meditation retreat that includes formal zendo meals\, Dharma talks\, sitting and walking meditation\, and private interviews with senior teachers. \nIn order to understand the nature of our formal retreats\, and to be clear about the details of the practice\, please review a typical sesshin schedule\, as well as the guidelines for zendo conduct. We ask those who attend sesshin to commit to following these guidelines and to participating in the schedule completely. If you have questions regarding the schedule or guidelines\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall (the ino) via email (ggfino@sfzc.org) before completing your registration. \nThe in-person sesshin is open to those who have experience with formal Zen practice\, including at least two in-person One-Day Sittings at Green Gulch Farm or City Center (or comparable experience and permission of sesshin leader). \nThere will be an orientation on Tuesday\, November 10 at 3:00 pm. The sesshin will begin on Tuesday after dinner and conclude with lunch on Sunday. \nTo register for this sesshin\, begin by completing the application form. \nOnce you have been approved for the sesshin\, you will be sent an email with a link to complete your registration and process your payment. \nPlease pay as soon as you are able and at least 2 weeks before the event so waitlist people can be accommodated. \nMeals are included in the cost of sesshin. As most meals will be eaten formally in the zendo meditation hall\, please plan on bringing your oryoki set. If you do not have a set\, you can purchase one on arrival for an additional $55. \nThis sesshin is part of the 2026 Fall Practice Period at Green Gulch Farm\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you are already registered for the practice period there is no need to register for this sesshin.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/five-day-sesshin-ggf-11-10-11-15/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T183000
DTSTAMP:20260828T215856Z
CREATED:20260815T031352Z
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SUMMARY:The Heart Sutra: Wisdom Beyond Wisdom\, Online 11/3–11/24
DESCRIPTION:The Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided at least 24 hours before it begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \n\nFour Tuesdays\, November 3–24\, 5–6:30 pm PT \nIn this four-week online course\, we will explore the Heart Sutra\, or Sutra on the Heart of Realizing Wisdom Beyond Wisdom (Prajna Paramita)\, one of Buddhism’s most beloved yet challenging texts.  \nThis class will offer an approach for students at any stage of practice. We’ll trace the sutra’s philosophical roots in the two truths and the middle way—drawing on classical Buddhist teachings—while working through the text itself line by line. \nThe full text we will use\, Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra (PDF)\, is available on the Services\, Sutras\, Texts & Songs page of SFZC’s website. \nWhether you’re new to Buddhism or returning with deeper questions\, please join us to discover how this ancient wisdom teaching speaks to our practice today. \nRecordings:All course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/the-heart-sutra-wisdom-beyond-wisdom-online-11-3-11-24/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Extended Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T204500
DTSTAMP:20260813T230324Z
CREATED:20260512T222629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T230324Z
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SUMMARY:Young Urban Zen
DESCRIPTION:YUZ meets in person weekly in the Buddha Hall of City Center on 300 Page Street. \nFor the latest information\, visit the Young Urban Zen site. \n\nTuesday evenings\, 7:15 – 8:45 pm \nYoung Urban Zen (YUZ) is a group under the auspices of the San Francisco Zen Center\, with a particular focus on those between 20 and 40 though anyone is welcome to attend. \nIt meets on Tuesday evenings for meditation and discussion about Zen practice. People of all experience levels are welcome. Those who have not meditated before may find it helpful to view a few of SF Zen Center’s meditation instruction videos\, though this is not at all necessary before coming to Young Urban Zen. \nBeyond Tuesday nights\, members of the group regularly meet for social activities\, volunteering\, book club study\, outings\, and occasional retreats. \nYoung Urban Zen offers an opportunity to build meaningful community with people who care about practice and mindfulness.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/young-urban-zen/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T210000
DTSTAMP:20261018T222148Z
CREATED:20261007T215005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T222148Z
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SUMMARY:Veteran's Day Holiday\, CC 11/11
DESCRIPTION:City Center\, including the offices\, zendo\, and Online Zendo\, will be closed in honor of Veterans Day.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/veterans-day-holiday-cc-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260925T010105Z
CREATED:20260729T024522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T010105Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation Training 1.5: Working with the Five Hindrances\, Online 10/28-11/18
DESCRIPTION:The Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided at least 24 hours before it begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \n\nFour Wednesdays\, 6:00–7:30 pm PT \n\n“For Zen students\, a weed is a treasure.”—Shunryu Suzuki Roshi \n\nAre you having difficulty in meditation or concentrating in daily life? Do you find yourself obsessing over love or hate? Falling asleep\, feeling anxious\, restless\, or agitated more often than calm while meditating? Doubting yourself or your practice? \nThe Five Hindrances are common mind-heart states that can impede the development of concentration and mindfulness. In this class\, we will explore classic and contemporary teachings on how to become aware of and work with these states\, as well as how to cultivate their antidotes. \nAs this is a study and practice class\, specific texts\, meditation instructions\, and off-the-cushion practices will be shared and can be used to work with the Hindrances between classes. \nHaving the skills to be at ease in the midst of the Hindrances can enrich your meditation\, making it easier to bring the fruits of your practice into everyday life. \nNo prerequisite is required. If you do not currently have an established practice\, we strongly encourage first taking Meditation Training: Establishing a Meditation Practice in Four Short Weeks\, offered September 30–October 18. \nRecommended ReadingUnhindered by Gil Fronsdal (not required) \nRecordings:All course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/meditation-training-1-5-working-with-the-five-hindrances-online-10-28-11-18/2026-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Extended Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T203000
DTSTAMP:20261007T225809Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday 7:30 pm: No Dharma Talk (Temple Closed) 11/11
DESCRIPTION:No Public Dharma Talk today due to Veteran’s Day.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/wednesday-730-pm-no-dharma-talk-temple-closed-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Dharma Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T183000
DTSTAMP:20260826T220900Z
CREATED:20260511T223654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T220900Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Drop-in Practice Session\, Online
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday\, 5:30 – 6:30 pm PT. \nJoin San Francisco Zen Center teachers for a weekly online drop-in session\, offering opportunities to connect in real time. \nEach session includes: \n\n20 minutes of meditation\nA brief Dharma reflection\nGroup discussion\n\nThese sessions provide a welcoming space for practice and community connection\, open to practitioners of all levels. \nFor more information\, visit the Thursday Drop-in Practice Session homepage. \n\nJoin the teacher in the Online Zendo with a computer or mobile device: \nMeeting ID: 264-616-8381Passcode: 805991 \nBy phone:+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)Find your local number \nSee Tips for Using Zoom
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/thursday-drop-in-practice-session-online/2026-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T215747Z
CREATED:20260815T031359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T215747Z
UID:10004201-1794506400-1794513600@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Sandokai's Teaching of Wholeness\, Online 10/29–11/19
DESCRIPTION:The Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided at least 24 hours before it begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \n\nFour Thursdays\, October 29–November 19\, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm PT \nHow can an 8th-century Zen poem illuminate some of the deepest challenges of the 21st century? The Sandokai (“Harmony of Difference and Equality”) takes up one of humanity’s oldest and most enduring questions: How can reality be both one and many—unified yet diverse\, ordered yet ever-changing?  \nThe Sandokai invites us beyond the habitual oppositional thinking that shapes and limits our lives: self and other\, unity and diversity\, inclusion and exclusion\, certainty and uncertainty\, harmony and conflict. For more than twelve centuries\, it has expressed the heart of the Soto Zen understanding and practice of total dynamic inclusion\, wholeness and fundamental equality within difference. \nIn this four-session online class\, we will explore the origins and enduring significance of the Sandokai\, its influence on the teachings of Eihei Dogen\, Shunryu Suzuki Roshi and the practices of the Soto Zen school\, and its continuous relevance in a world marked by conflict\, uncertainty\, fragmentation\, and suffering.  \nThrough careful reading\, discussion\, and application to contemporary life circumstances\, we will explore how this remarkable poem offers “hidden” practical guidance for living and practicing with wisdom and compassion\, in ways that can heal both fracture and erasure. \nAlong the way\, we will occasionally draw upon the Western alchemical understanding of the coniunctio—the transformative union of apparent opposites and opening into a fuller and more vital expression of wholeness—as a complimentary way of appreciating the processes of integration\, maturation\, and awakening that a sustained Zen practice can foster.  \nRather than interpreting the Sandokai through another tradition\, reflections upon the coniunctio will simply offer additional language and perspective for recognizing a transformative movement that practitioners in both the East and West have experienced and described in their own distinct ways over the centuries. \nRecordings:All course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/sandokais-teaching-of-wholeness-online-10-29-11-19/2026-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Extended Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T120000
DTSTAMP:20261015T004238Z
CREATED:20261014T230659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T004238Z
UID:10004820-1794562200-1794571200@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazenkai Series\, CC 10/9–11/20
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, October 9–November 20 \nA series of half-day sittings led by senior students at City Center will take place every Friday morning from October 9 through November 20 in the zendo. Everyone is welcome to drop-in\, no registration required. \nZazenkai\, CC 10/9\nZazenkai\, CC 10/16\nZazenkai\, CC 10/23\nZazenkai\, CC 11/13\nZazenkai\, CC 11/20 \nZazen is the practice of sitting with awareness and experiencing whatever arises. Throughout the history of Zen\, the practice of zazen has been considered the primary agent of awakening. As Dogen Zenji declared\, before bowing\, offering incense or chanting Buddha’s name\, the practice of zazen reveals and expresses awakening. With this in mind\, zazenkai is a period of time dedicated to zazen with minimal traditional formalities. \nThese sittings are suitable for both beginners and experienced sitters. There will be instruction in the details of posture\, breath\, and establishing the mental disposition of experiencing whatever arises. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions about one’s practice. \nThere will be scheduled periods of sitting and walking\, with the option of continuing to sit through the walking meditation if desired. \nPrior Instruction: Although general instruction for meditation is included in these events\, it is recommended that participants attend public Zazen Meditation Instruction beforehand\, which is available in-person on select Saturdays at 8:40 am at 300 Page Street.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazenkai-series-cc-10-9-11-20/2026-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T163000
DTSTAMP:20261016T221247Z
CREATED:20260918T223824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T221247Z
UID:10004612-1794576600-1794587400@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Jizo Peace Project: Clay Making Gathering for Remembrance and Peace\, CC 11/13
DESCRIPTION:Jizo Bodhisattva is the fearless guardian with deep vow to enter all hell realms to help. They are unwavering in their steadfast resolve and compassionate presence. \nThe Jizo Peace Project arose as a response to the great tragedy in Gaza and Israel. The project’s intention is to honor the children who have perished since October of 2023 in Gaza and Israel. More than 19\,000 children have lost their lives. \nThrough the meditative and intimate act of working with clay\, we create Jizo bodhisattvas who will become part of public exhibits and peace sites\, offering spaces for reflection\, mourning\, and hope. Our gatherings conclude with a simple ritual to honor the lives of these children by reading names. We create a shared space of warmth and care together\, where there is an opportunity to tend to our own hearts while taking part in love in action. \nPlease join us. There is no need for prior experience with clay. Donations are appreciated to cover the materials and expenses for the peace project.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/jizo-peace-project-clay-making-gathering-for-remembrance-and-peace-cc-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T233000
DTSTAMP:20261015T000147Z
CREATED:20260905T225107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T000147Z
UID:10004238-1794596400-1794612600@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zenefit 2026: A Night of Sonic Exploration and Deep Listening\, GAMH 11/13
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 13\, 2026\nDoors open at 6:00 pm\nEvent starts at 7:00 pm and ends by 11:00 pm \nGreat American Music Hall\n859 O’Farrell St\, San Francisco \nIn November of 1966\, San Francisco Zen Center launched a series of fundraisers to help purchase Tassajara Zen Mountain Center. For nearly a year\, local musicians\, poets\, thinkers\, and spiritual leaders held events across the Bay Area to help raise enough money to purchase the old hot springs resort located deep in the Ventana Wilderness that would soon become our beloved monastery. \nIt’s in this spirit\, exactly sixty years later\, that we bring back the Zenefit to support Tassajara in this time of challenging fires and critical infrastructure repairs. \nIn a single\, magical evening\, Zenefit 2026 will bring together experimental musicians\, poets\, historians\, and spoken-word and visual artists for an immersive night of live performance and unexpected collaboration. Psychedelic folk\, improvisational soundscapes\, beat poetry\, meditative spoken word\, and a liquid light show—all set against the ornate backdrop of the Great American Music Hall. \nAll proceeds support San Francisco Zen Center and the Tassajara Fire Recovery Fund\, helping sustain the future of practice and community at Tassajara. \n$60 General Admission\n$160 VIP Balcony Seating \nGet Your Tickets!\n \nFeaturing \n\nDevendra Banhart (DJ set) Singer\, songwriter\, visual artist\, and unique voice in contemporary psychedelic folk.\nYogetsu & Dambi Japanese beatboxer and Zen Buddhist monk collaborates with a contemporary sonic artist incorporating ancient contemplative traditions.\nDennis McNally Author\, historian\, and former archivist and publicist for the Grateful Dead.\nColleen Morton Busch Bay Area poet and author of Smolder and Fire Monks: Zen Mind Meets Wildfire.\nBorn I New York based spoken-word and rap artist\, musician\, author\, Zen priest and meditation teacher.\nChuck Gould An original member of the Diggers and photographer who documented San Francisco’s 1960s counterculture.\nRoger Hillyard Pioneer of 1960’s San Francisco psychedelic liquid light shows\, he creates immersive visual environments through handmade analog techniques.\nLonely Parrots San Francisco queer folk-pop duo Michael Martinez and Max Embers\, known for their harmonies and acoustic sound.\nBen Gustin Northern California musician and former SFZC resident whose “Zen Buddhist Campfire Songs” began during his time at Tassajara.\nAvatamsaka Collective describes their latest album as a Post Punk Buddhist Gospel Rock Opera Sing-a-long. Combining lush harmony and cinematic soundscapes\, the record tells the story of the Buddha’s defeat of Mara under the Bodhi Tree.\nMarc Lesser Zen teacher\, author\, former Tassajara director\, and mindfulness educator in the SF Bay Area.\nAdditional artists to be announced. Check back for updates!\n\n  \n\nThe Story of Zenefit \nZenefit has its roots in a remarkable moment in San Francisco history. \nOn November 13\, 1966\, San Francisco Zen Center launched a fundraising campaign to purchase Tassajara Hot Springs and establish a mountain monastery. Musicians\, poets\, artists\, and members of the city’s emerging counterculture came together to help make it happen. A benefit concert at the Avalon Ballroom featured the Grateful Dead\, Big Brother and the Holding Company\, Quicksilver Messenger Service\, and others. Additional benefits and gatherings happened for many months following. See this wonderful collection of old benefit posters on the Cuke.com website for details. \nNovember 13\, 2026 (exactly 60 years later) Zenefit returns in that same spirit of connection—where music\, art\, practice\, and community meet. One night. One legendary room. A collision of sound\, poetry\, improvisation\, and contemplative practice to support Tassajara’s recovery. \n  \n  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zenefit-2026-a-night-of-sonic-exploration-and-deep-listening-gamh-11-13/
LOCATION:Great American Music Hall\, 859 O’Farrell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events & Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260925T010057Z
CREATED:20260512T221452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T010057Z
UID:10001078-1794598200-1794603600@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Meditation in Recovery\, Friday weekly meeting\, Online
DESCRIPTION:Meditation in Recovery will be meeting by Zoom. \nFriday Nights at 7:30 \nJoin Online MeetingMeeting ID: 886 966 3311Passcode: Meditate23 \nPlease join us at the usual time; log in five minutes before the meeting opens. \n\nFridays\, 7:30 – 9 pm \nThis drop-in group explores the connections between Buddhist practice and recovery. The evening begins with a brief meditation instruction\, followed by a period of meditation\, a short talk and discussion. \nThe group is led by senior practitioners in recovery. Donation requested. \nPlease visit our MiR homepage for more information about our weekly meetings\, meditation instructions\, and other special events.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/meditation-in-recovery-friday-weekly-meeting-online/2026-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T084000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T092500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023422Z
CREATED:20260511T230347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023422Z
UID:10000757-1794645600-1794648300@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazen (Meditation) Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 8:40 – 9:25 am\, in the Buddha Hall at City Center \nPlease arrive by 8:30 am. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered at 11:40 am and complements Meditation Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazen-meditation-instruction-cc/2026-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T100000
DTSTAMP:20260925T000521Z
CREATED:20260819T222845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T000521Z
UID:10004070-1794646800-1794650400@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Monthly BIPOC Affinity Group\, CC 11/14
DESCRIPTION:In the Conference Center at 310 Page Street \nThis monthly affinity group offers a space of connection and support for those who identify as Black\, Indigenous\, or People of Color. All are welcome. We gather to sit zazen for 30 minutes\, followed by a time of study—often engaging with teachings by Suzuki Roshi—and open conversation over tea. The group offers an opportunity to explore the Dharma together\, reflect on shared and individual experiences\, and enjoy each other’s company in community. \nSign up for our mailing list for upcoming events and news. \nFor contact information\, please visit our BIPOC Affinity Group homepage.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/monthly-bipoc-affinity-group-cc-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260828T220003Z
CREATED:20260815T031354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T220003Z
UID:10004206-1794646800-1794654000@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:The Noble Eightfold Path\, Online 11/7–11/14
DESCRIPTION:The Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided at least 24 hours before it begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \n\nTwo Saturdays\, November 7 and 14\, 9:00–11:00 am PT  \n\n“Now this\, monks\, is the noble truth of the way leading to the cessation of suffering: it is this Noble Eightfold Path.” — Buddha \n\nThe heart of Buddha’s teaching is expressed in the Four Noble Truths and the practical application of this teaching is found in the Noble Eightfold Path. The Noble Eightfold Path is what brings the Four Noble Truths to life.  \nAt times of great uncertainty\, anxiety and confusion\, including the unfolding of this election season in our country\, the Noble Eightfold Path can guide us to experience in our own lives the purpose of the Buddha’s teachings: liberation from suffering. \nOften referred to as Buddha’s medicine\, the path consists of eight “wise” elements: wise view\, intention\, speech\, action\, livelihood\, effort\, mindfulness\, and concentration. To journey through all eight components of the Noble Path is to travel toward a life of understanding (prajna/wisdom)\, skillfulness (sila/ethics) and insightful concentration (samadhi/meditation). \nTogether we’ll explore the meaning of each element of the Noble Eightfold Path\, learning how to apply them to our daily lives and practice so that we might embody this Path for the benefit of all beings—ourselves and others. We will pay special attention to the personal\, societal\, and global challenges we are currently experiencing\, highlighting the practical application of this ancient wisdom. \nMaterials will be sent out in advance of each class. While purchase is not necessary\, the teachers will reference the following books\, in addition to other resources: \n\nThe Heart of Buddha’s Teaching by Thich Nhat Hanh\nNoble Truths\, Noble Path: The Heart Essence of the Buddha’s Original Teachings by Bhikkhu Bodhi\n\nPlease join Diane and Cynthia in this study of Buddha’s essential\, timeless teaching. \nRecordings:All course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/the-noble-eightfold-path-online-11-7-11-14/2026-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Extended Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T110000
DTSTAMP:20261019T200757Z
CREATED:20261019T200757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T200757Z
UID:10004828-1794650400-1794654000@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Saturday 10:00 am Dharma Talk & Livestream: TBD\, CC 11/14
DESCRIPTION:Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha’s Way. Everyone is welcome to attend. All public dharma talks are held in the Buddha Hall. \n\nNOTE: Preceding the Dharma talk\, from 10 – 10:15\, there is a 15-minute period of gathering and settling to allow everyone to sign in on time and be prepared for the talk to begin. \nTo join the Dharma Talk using Zoom:\n\nMeeting ID: 264-616-8381\nPasscode: 805991 \nBy phone:\n+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)\nFind your local number
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-1000-am-dharma-talk-livestream-tbd-cc-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Dharma Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T121500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023639Z
CREATED:20260512T230034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023639Z
UID:10002121-1794655200-1794658500@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 11:20 am – 12:15 pm \nPlease arrive by 11:10 am and enter by the side door on Laguna Street. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered at 8:40 am and should be attended before Forms Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zendo-meditation-hall-forms-instruction-cc/2026-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260902T001722Z
CREATED:20260729T024519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T001722Z
UID:10003563-1794661200-1794672000@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Close At Hand: Meditation and Drawing\, Online 11/14
DESCRIPTION:The Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided at least 24 hours before it begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \n\nSaturday\, November 14\, 1–4 pm PT \n \nIn this afternoon workshop\, we will gather together for meditation\, drawing\, exploration\, and play. Many studies illuminate the calming and restorative effects of meditative drawing\, and its positive effects on brain health and well-being. \nWe’ll start with exercises to enjoy the meditative movement of pen or pencil on paper\, and learn enjoyable drawing techniques to use throughout the course. We will observe everyday objects with new eyes and new appreciation. A short period of guided meditation and a Dharma talk will be included. Everyone is welcome to join us in an open and encouraging circle of community\, as we enjoy drawing with beginner’s mind\, whether we are experienced artists\, have some or no experience\, or have even declared\, “I can’t draw.” \nIf you’ve been with us before\, please join us again for new explorations. \nMaterials: Printer paper or sketchbook\, pencil\, ballpoint pen\, colored felt tip markers or colored pencils. \nOptional: Watercolors. Thicker paper rated for watercolor or light wash/mixed media use. Micron\, Staedtler\, or Copic style waterproof liners in black ink; sizes 0.3\, 0.5\, 0.7\, 0.8\, or 1.0. \nRecordings:All course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/close-at-hand-meditation-and-drawing-online-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T153000
DTSTAMP:20261014T235507Z
CREATED:20261014T234030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T235507Z
UID:10004822-1794664800-1794670200@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Socks for Our Neighbors\, CC 11/14
DESCRIPTION:Join the SFZC Outreach Team in distributing socks and other helpful items during Socks for our Neighbors. Socks will be unpacked and organized into care kits. We will sit together and set our intention\, followed by tea and cookies. Those who choose to do so will be paired with a buddy and head out to offer the socks and warm engagement to unhoused folks in the neighborhood. \nNew pairs of adult-size socks may be brought to this event\, or dropped at the SFZC offices at 300 Page Street on weekdays between 9:30 am and 4:30 pm\, or when attending any City Center event. Donated socks should be new and preferably white. \nSocks and Hot Hands can also be sent via Amazon; please choose items from this selection of bulk socks and hot hands. \nSend to:\nSFZC\nCity Center Attn: Ellen\n300 Page St\nSan Francisco\, CA 94102
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/socks-for-our-neighbors-cc-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T112000
DTSTAMP:20260918T223819Z
CREATED:20260918T223818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T223819Z
UID:10004608-1794736800-1794741600@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Sunday 10:00am Dharma Talk: Abbot Jiryu Rutschman-Byler\, Livestream/Onsite 11/15
DESCRIPTION:Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha’s Way. Public Dharma talks with follow-up Q&A are offered at Green Gulch Farm from 10:00–11:20 am every Sunday morning (with some exceptions) following zazen instruction at 8:15 am and an optional period of zazen (sitting meditation) from 9:30–10:00 am. After the talk\, informal tea with conversation is offered outside the zendo. \nThis public program is available in-person at Green Gulch Farm as well as online via Zoom; all are welcome. \n\nTo join the Dharma Talk using Zoom:\nMeeting ID: 264-616-8381Passcode: 805991 \nBy phone:+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)Find your local number
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/sunday-1000am-dharma-talk-abbot-jiryu-rutschman-byler-livestream-onsite-11-15/
CATEGORIES:Dharma Talks
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