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  • The Illusion of Separate Self – One-day Retreat led by Kokyo Henkel (In Person)

    Valley Streams Zen Sangha Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr., Sacramento, CA, United States

    In morning and afternoon discussions, we will explore the Buddha's teaching of the discontent that arises from the unconscious belief in separate self, and the freedom that comes from not holding this belief. Kokyo Henkel was ordained as a Zen priest in 1994 by Tenshin Reb Anderson Roshi, receiving the Dharma name Kokyo Yakai (Luminous […]

    $10 – $100

  • SDC Intersangha Library Cataloguing Party (In Person)

    Sacramento Dharma Center Sacramento Dharma Center, 3111 Wissemann Drive, Sacramento, CA, United States

    If you are a Dharma bibliophile (and even if you are not) join us to create an internet accessible catalogue of SDC’s Buddhist book collection. Bring your own computing device (laptop, mobile, pad). Come for the morning (10:00-Noon) or afternoon sessions (1:00 - 3:30), or the whole day. Meditate with fellow SBMG, SIM and VSZS […]

  • Half-day Sitting led by Rev. Parāvṛtti Doralee Grindler Katonah (In Person)

    Valley Streams Zen Sangha Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr., Sacramento, CA, United States

    When two arrow points meet, this has nothing to do with the power of skill! (Jewel Mirror Samadhi) In our practice together we will consider this Truth of practice realization – that realization comes spontaneously and is not within the realm of consciousness (Genjo Koan) – it does not appear in the realm of perception […]

    $10 – $30

  • Introduction to Zen Meditation (In Person Only)

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    Sacramento Dharma Center Sacramento Dharma Center, 3111 Wissemann Drive, Sacramento, CA, United States

    On the second Monday of each month, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice.  We focus on the art of sitting meditation, with emphasis on posture, breath and mental focus. This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion. Following the instruction the Valley Streams Zen Sangha meets […]

  • BIPOC Sangha Movie Night Fundraiser (In Person)

    Sacramento Dharma Center Sacramento Dharma Center, 3111 Wissemann Drive, Sacramento, CA, United States

    Join SBMG’s BIPOC Sangha for an inspiring movie night as we screen the powerful 2008 film "The Dhamma Brothers." This event is a special fundraiser hosted by The Sacramento Buddhist Group to support our BIPOC Sangha (Meditation) group. Your generous contributions will help provide class and retreat scholarships for BIPOC practitioners, support visiting BIPOC teachers […]

  • Family Sangha Field Trip (In Person)

    Soil Born Farms 2140 Chase Dr, Rancho Cordova, United States

    Welcome to Family Sangha, sponsored by Sacramento Dharma Center with the support of Sacramento Buddhist Meditation Group, Valley Streams Zen Sangha, and Sacramento Insight Meditation. On SATURDAY July 27, Family Sangha will meet at the playground of Soil Born Farms. 2140 Chase Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA. The playground is just past the Farm Stand and […]

  • Half-day Sitting (In Person)

    Valley Streams Zen Sangha Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr., Sacramento, CA, United States

    Join the sangha for a half-day of shikantaza or just sitting with alternating periods of zazen (sitting meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation), In the “grass-roof hermitage we “just sit” followed by a social lunch at noon (please bring a bag lunch). Registration is requested, but not required. Dana is appreciated. Donation can be made below. […]

    $5

  • Introduction to Zen Meditation (In Person Only)

    Featured Recurring
    Sacramento Dharma Center Sacramento Dharma Center, 3111 Wissemann Drive, Sacramento, CA, United States

    On the second Monday of each month, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice.  We focus on the art of sitting meditation, with emphasis on posture, breath and mental focus. This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion. Following the instruction the Valley Streams Zen Sangha meets […]

  • The path of Zen: Half-day Sitting led by So’on Jim Hare (In Person)

    Valley Streams Zen Sangha Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr., Sacramento, CA, United States

    The path of Zen: Can you get there from here? In many Zen texts and teachings, the path of Zen is described as what not to do, such as “don’t take the mind road” or “cease all the movement of the conscious mind.” What is the reason for this? How does it help us in […]

    $10 – $30

  • Introduction to Zen Meditation (In Person Only)

    Featured Recurring
    Sacramento Dharma Center Sacramento Dharma Center, 3111 Wissemann Drive, Sacramento, CA, United States

    On the second Monday of each month, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice.  We focus on the art of sitting meditation, with emphasis on posture, breath and mental focus. This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion. Following the instruction the Valley Streams Zen Sangha meets […]

  • Introduction to Zen Meditation (In Person Only)

    Featured Recurring
    Sacramento Dharma Center Sacramento Dharma Center, 3111 Wissemann Drive, Sacramento, CA, United States

    On the second Monday of each month, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice.  We focus on the art of sitting meditation, with emphasis on posture, breath and mental focus. This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion. Following the instruction the Valley Streams Zen Sangha meets […]