Please welcome and come practice with Rev. Ryoon — a priest from Mantokuji in Japan. He will be staying at SMZC from November 11 to 30.

Explore the fundamental teachings of Buddhism and build a foundation for daily practice through discussions on the book “The Roots of Goodness: Zen Master Dogen’s Teaching on the Eight Qualities of a Great Person” commentary by Kosho Uchiyama Roshi, translated by Daistu Tom Wright.

Perfect for beginners wishing to learn meditation form. Meditation is a way to return to your calm mind and create a stable foundation. Join us for our Saturday Community program (included in the fee) immediately following instruction. Please arrive at 8:50 am at the Sangha House to check in.

Join us for a delightful morning here on the mountain. For children ages 1-7yrs. Led by sangha member Nena Gleason. $15 admission/person (child or accompanying parent)

Join us for a morning of mindfulness and discovery at the Zen Center, designed for youth ages 8–18. While parents participate in meditation and Dharma talk, children and teens will engage in fun, age-appropriate activities that foster. Led by our sangha member Alexandra Thomas. $15 admission/person

Talk will be given by Tom Jakuryu (寂龍) Huffman, following 10:30 am zazen. 10:30 am - 11:00 am Zazen 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Talk

Talk will be given by Tom Jakuryu (寂龍) Huffman, a student of Kwong-roshi, following 10:30 am zazen. 10:30 am - 11:00 am Zazen 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Talk

Explore the fundamental teachings of Buddhism and build a foundation for daily practice through discussions on the book “The Roots of Goodness: Zen Master Dogen’s Teaching on the Eight Qualities of a Great Person” commentary by Kosho Uchiyama Roshi, translated by Daistu Tom Wright.

Perfect for beginners wishing to learn meditation form. Meditation is a way to return to your calm mind and create a stable foundation. Join us for our Saturday Community program (included in the fee) immediately following instruction. Please arrive at 8:50 am at the Sangha House to check in.

Dharma talk will be given by Zenki (全機) Astvauldur Traustason, Leading Teacher of Natthagi Zen Center, Reykjavik, Iceland (via zoom), following 10:30 am zazen. 10:30 am - 11:00 am Zazen 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Talk

Dharma talk will be given by Zenki (全機) Astvauldur Traustason, Leading Teacher of Natthagi Zen Center, Reykjavik, Iceland (via zoom), following 10:30 am zazen. 10:30 am - 11:00 am Zazen 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Talk

This retreat is an introduction to Zen training and an opportunity for beginners and experienced sitters to plunge into the heart of Zen practice. $200 admission to attend any length between 1 and 5 days. 10-20% discount for members. (Log in first to receive the member discount.)

This retreat is a period of time set aside to let go of the conditioned self and resume our original nature. RSVP and we will email to confirm accommodation details and complete your registration via online invoice. $85/night & up. 10-20% discount for members.

In the spirit of Buddha’s enlightenment, on Friday night we will be in tetsuya, which means we will “sit through the whole night,” from 12:00 am to 4:00 am. $25 admission

In the spirit of Buddha’s enlightenment, on Friday night we will be in tetsuya, which means we will “sit through the whole night,” from 12:00 am to 4:00 am. $25 admission

Sangha members, families and friends are invited to attend our annual Founder's Sunrise Ceremony at 6:00am. By donation.

Perfect for beginners wishing to learn meditation form. Meditation is a way to return to your calm mind and create a stable foundation. Join us for our Saturday Community program (included in the fee) immediately following instruction. Please arrive at 8:50 am at the Sangha House to check in.