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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171225T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20170914T045600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170914T045600Z
UID:9784-1514228400-1514235600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:CLOSED for Christmas Day Holiday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/closed-christmas-day-holiday-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180101T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180101T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171114T003854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171114T003854Z
UID:9791-1514833200-1514840400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Winter Celebration & Refreshments
DESCRIPTION:Welcome the new year by celebrating the treasure of sangha with your sangha! Please bring a finger food offering\, and poetry\, story\, or music to share (if you wish).
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/winter-celebration-refreshments-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting,Special Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180106T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171015T233944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171015T233944Z
UID:9787-1515229200-1515241800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Deep Listening as a Spiritual Practice\, by Doralee Grindler Katonah
DESCRIPTION:Suzuki Roshi said practice is about “listening to ourselves.” This is not always so easy. Being truly understood by another helps us to listen within. In ordinary conversation\, it is rare that we really listen to each other. When we feel heard\, we comprehend something about ourselves that has been a mystery. In this workshop\, Doralee Grindler Katonah will guide us through simple exercises to help us listen to each other with our whole bodies. \nSign up at a meeting or email Doralee at dgk@livingforwardwhole.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/deep-listening-by-doralee-grindler-katonah-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Half-Day Sitting,Retreat
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T202858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T202858Z
UID:9792-1515438000-1515445200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Bob Rosenbaum
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/dharma-talk-bob-rosenbaum-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T203437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T203437Z
UID:9793-1516042800-1516050000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Discussion\, led by Patti Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:Patti Mitchell will lead our discussion to recognize and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/discussion-led-patti-mitchell-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T203851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T203851Z
UID:9794-1516647600-1516654800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Rev. Myo Lahey
DESCRIPTION:We welcome our guiding teacher from Hartford Street Zen Center in San Francisco.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/dharma-talk-rev-myo-lahey-4-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180129T204500
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20161210T232847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161210T232847Z
UID:9711-1517252400-1517258700@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:This ceremony is an affirmation of the vow to live for the benefit of all beings. In the Zen tradition we associate the full moon with the ideal of awakening.  All are welcome.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/full-moon-ceremony-4-2018-01-29-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Full Moon Ceremony,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T204515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T204515Z
UID:9795-1517648400-1517677200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:One-day Sitting\, led by So On Jim Hare
DESCRIPTION:“Outwardly still while inwardly moving\, like a tethered colt or a trapped rat\, the ancient sages pitied them and bestowed the teachings.” – Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi\n“Traps and snares can never reach it.” – Eihei Dogen\, Fukanzazengi \nThe traps and snares of thinking and feeling often seem to block the way of calm\, joyful sitting. How do we become free of these apparent obstacles? No one really knows\, yet zazen keeps drawing us back to encounter our essential freedom. This one-day sitting provides another opportunity\, supported by a schedule of sitting and walking meditation\, Dharma talks\, and noble silence throughout the day. Please arrive early so we can begin sitting promptly at 9 a.m. Bring a bag lunch. Everyone is welcome.\nIf this is your first one-day sitting\, please call practice leader Jim Hare after January 28th and prior to registering. 916-456-7752. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/one-day-sitting-5-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,One-Day Sitting,Retreat
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212944Z
UID:9817-1517857200-1517864400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by So On Jim Hare
DESCRIPTION:Jim Hare serves as Tanto\, or head of practice. He lived in the San Francisco Zen Center community from 1980 to 1984\, and was lay ordained by Tenshin Reb Anderson in 1985. He served as Head Student at Green Gulch Farm during the spring 2002 practice period.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/dharma-talk-jim-hare-5-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9797-1518462000-1518469200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Expression with What is Arising:  Practice Circle led by Doralee
DESCRIPTION:Sangha member and VSZS board president\, Doralee Grindler Katonah\, PsyD & MDiv\, will lead our discussion.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9798-1519066800-1519074000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Discussion on Engaged Practice:  What We Do in the World
DESCRIPTION:Our Presidents’ Day discussion will be led by So On Jim Hare\, head of practice. \nMonday night programs always begin with zazen (sitting meditation). Additional offerings include a devotional service\, dharma talks by visiting teachers\, group discussions\, practice circles and retreat nights. There are no membership requirements to participate.  Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study of Buddha’s teaching and the practice of meditation. We invite newcomers and experienced Zen students to join us.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-02-19-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9799-1519671600-1519678800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by So On Jim Hare
DESCRIPTION:Our guiding teacher Rev. Myo Lahey from Hartford Street Zen Center in San Francisco is unable join us this evening due to illness.  In his place\, practice leader\, Jim Hare will comment on and lead a discussion on Case 94 of the Book of Serenity\, “Dongshan is Unwell”.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-02-26-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180301T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180301T090000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20180222T004816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T004816Z
UID:9818-1519891200-1519894800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Study Group on "The Harmony of Difference and Equality"
DESCRIPTION:Six Thursdays\,  8 – 9 am  •  March 1 – April 5\, 2018  •  Led by Rev. So On Jim Hare \nUsing Shunryu Suzuki’s book\, Branching Streams Flow in the Darkness as a guide\, we will study the classic 8th century poem\, Sandokai\, “The Harmony of Difference and Equality.”   We will also use the text by Shohaku Okumura\, Living By Vow\, chapter 7. \n\nSpace is limited to the first 10 who sign up. There is no fee\, but we ask you to consider offering a donation to help support Valley Streams Zen and the Sacramento Dharma Center.\nPlease bring your own copy of Branching Streams Flow in the Darkness.\nTo Register: email Rollin Ives TWL4148@gmail.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/study-group-harmony-difference-equality-4/2018-03-01/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Classes,Study Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180303T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171015T234320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171015T234320Z
UID:9788-1520065800-1520078400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Half-day Sitting - "Throughout the body\, hands and eyes."
DESCRIPTION:Sitting zazen is extending an invitation to great compassion.  Not doing anything\, yet compassion arises spontaneously\, “like reaching back for a pillow at night\,” according to one Zen story.  On Saturday March 3rd\, we’ll send invitations all morning\, still and silent on our cushions\, and moving in walking meditation. Our morning will include a short Dharma talk by Rev. So On Jim Hare\, practice leader. If this is your first extended sitting with Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, please call Jim at 916-456-7752 prior to registering. Our morning will be followed by a social bag lunch.  Please bring your lunch and join us. \nRegister for the sitting.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/half-day-sitting-8-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Half-Day Sitting,Retreat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9800-1520276400-1520283600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Discussion: Jiaoan's Sand in the Eye
DESCRIPTION:Linda Dekker and Karen Hamilton will facilitate Koan Study. This will be an opportunity to get a taste of what we do in the Women Ancestors group which meets every third Thursday at 9 am. The Koan we will look at is Jiaoan’s Sand in the Eye\, pp. 90-92 of The Hidden Lamp: Stories from Twenty-five Centeries of Awakened Women\, ed. by Florence Caplow and Susan Moon.  We chose this\, in part\, because the commentary is offered by Zenki Mary Mocine\, who was scheduled to give a Dharma talk\, but is unable to do so due to an injury. \nThe case:\nJiaoan was the niece of a high official of the Song dynasty. When she was young\, she decided not to marry or bear children and she set her heart on the way of Chan. She experienced a clear awakening at the words of Master Yuanwu Keqin as he spoke to the assembly. Later\, Yuanwu said to her\, “You should go on to erase your views–then you will finally be free.”\nShe answered in verse:\nThe pillar pulls out the bone sideways;\nthe void shows its claws and fangs;\neven if one profoundly understands\,\nthere is still sand in the eye.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-03-05-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9801-1520881200-1520888400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Edward Espe Brown
DESCRIPTION:Edward Espe Brown is a well-known Soto Zen Buddhist teacher\, author\, and chef. He was ordained in 1971 by Shunryu Suzuki Roshi\, who gave him the Dharma name Jusan Kainei \, “Longevity Mountain\, Peaceful Sea.” He leads sitting groups and meditation retreats in Northern California and internationally.\n\nBONUS: Please join us for a potluck supper with Rev. Brown at 5:30 pm at the Dharma Center.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-03-12-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9802-1521486000-1521493200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Rev. Myo Lahey
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Myō Lahey is Abbot at Hartford Street Zen Center in San Francisco \, as well as Guiding Teacher at Valley Streams Zen Sangha. He has previously served as Practice Leader at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center.  A Dharma heir of Tenshin Reb Anderson\, Myō is a sometime board member of the Soto Zen Buddhist Association of North America (SZBA) and also serves as its Treasurer.  Rev. Myō is available for individual practice discussion by appointment. \nOur Monday night programs usually begin with zazen (sitting meditation)\, followed by a short devotional service\, dharma talk\, group discussion\, or practice circle. There are no membership requirements to participate. We invite donations to support the room rental\, visits by teachers\, and other sangha activities. Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study of Buddha’s teaching and the practice of meditation. We invite newcomers and experienced Zen students to join us.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-03-19-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9803-1522090800-1522098000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Retreat Night
DESCRIPTION:Retreat night consists of three 25-minute sitting periods with walking meditation in between.  All are welcome.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-03-26-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting,Retreat Night
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180402T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9804-1522695600-1522702800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:"Expressing Our Gratitude"
DESCRIPTION:Presented by So On Jim Hare and Doralee Grindler Katonah. \nMonday night programs usually begin with zazen (sitting meditation)\, followed by a short devotional service\, dharma talk\, group discussion\, or practice circle. There are no membership requirements to participate. We invite donations to support the room rental\, visits by teachers\, and other sangha activities.  Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study of Buddha’s teaching and the practice of meditation. We invite newcomers and experienced Zen students to join us.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-04-02-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180408
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T204515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T204515Z
UID:9796-1523059200-1523145599@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED - One-day Sitting and Spring Workday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/one-day-sitting-5-2018-04-07-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,One-Day Sitting,Retreat
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9805-1523300400-1523307600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Buddha's Birthday Sitting and Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Tonight we celebrate the birth of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni with a special ceremony. \nOur Monday night programs usually begin with zazen (sitting meditation)\, followed by a short devotional service\, dharma talk\, group discussion\, or practice circle. There are no membership requirements to participate. We invite donations to support the room rental\, visits by teachers\, and other sangha activities. Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study of Buddha’s teaching and the practice of meditation. We invite newcomers and experienced Zen students to join us.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-04-09-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9807-1523905200-1523912400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Rev. Myo Lahey
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Myo Lahey is Abbot at Hartford Street Zen Center in San Francisco\, as well as Guiding Teacher at Valley Streams Zen Sangha. He has previously served as Practice Leader at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center. He is a Dharma heir of Tenshin Reb Anderson.  Rev. Myo is available for individual practice discussion by appointment. \nOur Monday night programs always begin with zazen (sitting meditation). Additional offerings include a devotional service\, dharma talks by visiting teachers\, group discussions\, practice circles and retreat nights. There are no membership requirements to participate. We invite donations to support the room rental\, visits by teachers\, and other sangha activities. Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study of Buddha’s teaching and the practice of meditation. We invite newcomers and experienced Zen students to join us.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-04-23-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180421T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20180418T155006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180418T155006Z
UID:9826-1524301200-1524328200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - One Day Sitting with Reb Anderson
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/cancelled-one-day-sitting-reb-anderson-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,One-Day Sitting,Retreat
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9806-1524510000-1524517200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Yogacara (1st of 3 lectures)
DESCRIPTION:Yogacara and Madhyamaka are two schools of Indian Buddhism closely associated with the rise of Mahayana Buddhism in the centuries following the life of the Buddha.  These schools were active during the period that Buddhism entered China (1st century or before)\, making them influential in the development of Chinese Buddhism and Zen.  Madhyamaka translates as “middle way” and is associated with teachings on emptiness.  Yogacara variously translates as “yoga practice\,” “mind-only\,” or “representation-only.”  Yogacara focuses on the central function of consciousness as the shaper/creator of reality\, going so far as to teach that there is no external world\, there is “only consciousness.”  You can see the influence of Yogacara teaching in this poem by Han Shan: \nWho takes the Cold Mountain Road takes a road that never ends\nthe rivers are long and piled with rocks\nthe streams are wide and choked with grass\nit’s not the rain that makes the moss slick\nand it’s not the wind that makes the pines moan\nwho can get past the tangles of the world\nand sit with me in the clouds \nOur lecture series\, presented by So On Jim Hare over three weeks\, will give an introduction/overview of the Yogacara school\, a session discussing one of the seminal sutras of the school\, and a session introducing a set of verses that were composed in the 5th Century to convey the essence of the school’s teachings. \nFor advance study\, these books may be helpful:\nInside Vasubandhu’s Yogacara\, by Ben Connelly.\nThe Third Turning of the Wheel (chapter 8)\, by Tenshin Reb Anderson.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-04-16-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9808-1525114800-1525122000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Yogacara (2nd of 3 lectures)
DESCRIPTION:Yogacara and Madhyamaka are two schools of Indian Buddhism closely associated with the rise of Mahayana Buddhism in the centuries following the life of the Buddha.  These schools were active during the period that Buddhism entered China (1st century or before)\, making them influential in the development of Chinese Buddhism and Zen.  Madhyamaka translates as “middle way” and is associated with teachings on emptiness.  Yogacara variously translates as “yoga practice\,” “mind-only\,” or “representation-only.”  Yogacara focuses on the central function of consciousness as the shaper/creator of reality\, going so far as to teach that there is no external world\, there is “only consciousness.”  You can see the influence of Yogacara teaching in this poem by Han Shan: \nWho takes the Cold Mountain Road takes a road that never ends\nthe rivers are long and piled with rocks\nthe streams are wide and choked with grass\nit’s not the rain that makes the moss slick\nand it’s not the wind that makes the pines moan\nwho can get past the tangles of the world\nand sit with me in the clouds \nOur lecture series\, presented by So On Jim Hare over three weeks\, will give an introduction/overview of the Yogacara school\, a session discussing one of the seminal sutras of the school\, and a session introducing a set of verses that were composed in the 5th Century to convey the essence of the school’s teachings. \nFor advance study\, these books may be helpful:\nInside Vasubandhu’s Yogacara\, by Ben Connelly.\nThe Third Turning of the Wheel\, by Tenshin Reb Anderson.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-04-30-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20180312T184118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180312T184118Z
UID:9822-1525510800-1525536000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Seeing / Drawing Meditation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:In drawing\, we have an opportunity to set aside our egos while becoming one with the object. The investigation takes us into the essence of the object\, seeing it as it truly is. This is not an art class per se\, and no prior drawing experience is required. What is asked for is our willingness to deeply observe\, connect our eyes with our hearts and hands\, and open to whatever may emerge. This mostly silent day will include periods of meditation and movement. Weather permitting\, we will work outdoors.\nLed by Karen Hamilton and Barb Baccei.\nPlease bring a bag lunch.\n$20 plus $10 for materials.  Scholarships are available.\nPlease contact info@valleystreamszen.org\nREGISTER at eventbrite.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/seeing-drawing-meditation-retreat-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,One-Day Sitting,Retreat,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9809-1525719600-1525726800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Yogacara (3rd of 3 lectures)
DESCRIPTION:Yogacara and Madhyamaka are two schools of Indian Buddhism closely associated with the rise of Mahayana Buddhism in the centuries following the life of the Buddha.  These schools were active during the period that Buddhism entered China (1st century or before)\, making them influential in the development of Chinese Buddhism and Zen.  Madhyamaka translates as “middle way” and is associated with teachings on emptiness.  Yogacara variously translates as “yoga practice\,” “mind-only\,” or “representation-only.”  Yogacara focuses on the central function of consciousness as the shaper/creator of reality\, going so far as to teach that there is no external world\, there is “only consciousness.”  You can see the influence of Yogacara teaching in this poem by Han Shan: \nWho takes the Cold Mountain Road takes a road that never ends\nthe rivers are long and piled with rocks\nthe streams are wide and choked with grass\nit’s not the rain that makes the moss slick\nand it’s not the wind that makes the pines moan\nwho can get past the tangles of the world\nand sit with me in the clouds \nOur lecture series\, presented by So On Jim Hare over three weeks\, will give an introduction/overview of the Yogacara school\, a session discussing one of the seminal sutras of the school\, and a session introducing a set of verses that were composed in the 5th Century to convey the essence of the school’s teachings. \nFor advance study\, these books may be helpful:\nInside Vasubandhu’s Yogacara\, by Ben Connelly.\nThe Third Turning of the Wheel\, by Tenshin Reb Anderson. \n 
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-05-07-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9810-1526324400-1526331600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Retreat Night
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Myo Lahey will not be meeting with us tonight as originally scheduled. We will instead enjoy our traditional retreat night; a chance to settle into our practice with three 25 minute periods of zazen\, interspersed with walking meditation (kinhin). Turning the light inward we explore the causes of suffering and what ends it. This invitation is extended to everyone. \nOur Monday night programs always begin with zazen (sitting meditation). Additional offerings include a devotional service\, dharma talks by visiting teachers\, group discussions\, practice circles and retreat nights. There are no membership requirements to participate. We invite donations to support the room rental\, visits by teachers\, and other sangha activities. Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study of Buddha’s teaching and the practice of meditation. We invite newcomers and experienced Zen students to join us.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-05-14-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9811-1526929200-1526936400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Rev. Kyosho Valorie Beer
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Kyosho Valorie Beer is an itinerant teacher for SF Zen Center’s Branching Streams sanghas. She received dharma transmission from Edward Brown in 2013. In addition to leading retreats\, Valorie is a teacher for sewing Buddha’s Robe\, sutra copying\, practicing with aging\, and writing as a spiritual practice. \nOur Monday night programs always begin with zazen (sitting meditation). Additional offerings include a devotional service\, dharma talks by visiting teachers\, group discussions\, practice circles and retreat nights. There are no membership requirements to participate. We invite donations to support the room rental\, visits by teachers\, and other sangha activities. Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study of Buddha’s teaching and the practice of meditation. We invite newcomers and experienced Zen students to join us.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-05-21-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Monday Night Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161105
CREATED:20171209T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171209T212700Z
UID:9812-1527534000-1527541200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:CLOSED for Memorial Day holiday.
DESCRIPTION:Please enjoy the holiday with family and friends. \nOur Monday night programs always begin with zazen (sitting meditation). Additional offerings include a devotional service\, dharma talks by visiting teachers\, group discussions\, practice circles and retreat nights. There are no membership requirements to participate. We invite donations to support the room rental\, visits by teachers\, and other sangha activities. Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study of Buddha’s teaching and the practice of meditation. We invite newcomers and experienced Zen students to join us.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/monday-night-program-2018-05-28-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,CLOSED,Monday Night Meeting
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