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SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation – ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:On the second Monday of each month\, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice.  For now\, we are offering the instruction online\, using using Zoom video conferencing software. 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.\nREGISTER for this event on Eventbrite.com \nIf you are not already on our mailing list\,  sign up for Weekly Emails to receive the Zoom Meeting ID and password for this meeting.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-online-2021-04-12-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210111T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210111T183000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation – ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:On the second Monday of each month\, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice.  For now\, we are offering the instruction online\, using using Zoom video conferencing software. 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. \nIf you are not already on our mailing list\, please sign up for Weekly Emails to receive the Zoom Meeting ID and password for this meeting.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-online-4/2021-01-11/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201214T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201214T183000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20181207T040853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181207T040853Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:On the second Monday of each month\, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice.  For now\, we are offering the instruction online\, using using Zoom video conferencing software. 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. \nIf you are not already on our mailing list\, please sign up for Weekly Emails to receive the Zoom Meeting ID and password for this meeting.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-2020-06-08-2020-12-14-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,CLOSED,Meditation Instruction,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200608T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200608T183000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20181207T040853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181207T040853Z
UID:9885-1591638300-1591641000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:On the second Monday of each month\, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice.  For now\, we are offering the instruction online\, using using Zoom video conferencing software. 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. \nIf you are not already on our mailing list\, please sign up for Weekly Emails to receive the Zoom Meeting ID and password for this meeting.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-2020-06-08-4/2020-06-08/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,CLOSED,Meditation Instruction,Online Event
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181207T040853Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:We will resume this program as soon as it is safe for us to meet in person at the Sacramento Dharma Center.  Meanwhile\, please be safe and practice social distancing with a compassionate heart. You may enjoy online instruction at SotoZEN-Net. \n\nOn 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 methods for\, and problems encountered when  we try to corral our attention.  This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion.  As time allows\, we demonstrate forms of practice used in the meditation hall. The class meets in the Teacher Room in the West Lobby.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-8-2019-12-09-2020-04-13-4/2020-04-13/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,CLOSED,Meditation Instruction
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CREATED:20181207T040853Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION: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 methods for\, and problems encountered when  we try to corral our attention.  This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion.  As time allows\, we demonstrate forms of practice used in the meditation hall. The class meets in the Teacher Room in the West Lobby.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-8-2019-12-09-4/2019-12-09/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181207T040853Z
UID:9875-1549908000-1549910400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction to our forms of practice on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-8-4/2019-02-11/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction to our forms of practice on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-7-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction
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UID:9740-1491847200-1491849600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction to our forms of practice on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-8-4/2017-04-10/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
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UID:9720-1489428000-1489430400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-6-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
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UID:9703-1487008800-1487011200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-5-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170109T184000
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UID:9702-1483984800-1483987200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-4-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-3-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-2-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160820T034201Z
UID:9679-1476122400-1476124800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-7-3-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160912T184000
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CREATED:20160819T162244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160819T162244Z
UID:9672-1473703200-1473705600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-7-2-4/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160808T184000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20160607T231724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160607T231724Z
UID:9666-1470679200-1470681600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-11/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160711T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160711T184000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20160607T221925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160607T221925Z
UID:9660-1468260000-1468262400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-zen-meditation-7-6/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160613T184000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20160324T001912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160324T001912Z
UID:9653-1465840800-1465843200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-6-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160411T184000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20160307T211503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160307T211503Z
UID:9641-1460397600-1460400000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-4-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160406T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20160130T000421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160130T000421Z
UID:9637-1459969200-1459976400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating a Meditation Practice\, taught by Jim Hare
DESCRIPTION:A 5-week class\, meeting every Wednesday\,  March 9 – April 6\nThe Sanskrit/Pali word Bhavana means cultivation\, literally ‘bringing into being’\, so this class is for those who would like to initiate or mature a meditation practice.  We will explore the field of Buddhist meditation\, especially the practices of samatha (calming and concentrating)\, vipassana (insight)\, and shikantaza (just sitting). The teacher will combine instruction/lecture with experiential learning. The class is meant for everyone who wishes to explore the liberating path of sitting meditation. Instructor\, Jim Hare\, will draw on his own experience\, and on sources such as Suzuki Roshi’s Zen Mind\, Beginner’s Mind and John Daido Loori’s The Art of Just Sitting. \nRegistration through SBMG\, including teacher donation\, is $40 – $100 until Feb 23rd\, then $50-100. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/cultivating-a-meditation-practice-taught-by-jim-hare-2-4/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Classes,Meditation Instruction
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160330T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20160130T000256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160130T000256Z
UID:9636-1459364400-1459371600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating a Meditation Practice\, taught by Jim Hare
DESCRIPTION:A 5-week class\, meeting every Wednesday\,  March 9 – April 6\nThe Sanskrit/Pali word Bhavana means cultivation\, literally ‘bringing into being’\, so this class is for those who would like to initiate or mature a meditation practice.  We will explore the field of Buddhist meditation\, especially the practices of samatha (calming and concentrating)\, vipassana (insight)\, and shikantaza (just sitting). The teacher will combine instruction/lecture with experiential learning. The class is meant for everyone who wishes to explore the liberating path of sitting meditation. Instructor\, Jim Hare\, will draw on his own experience\, and on sources such as Suzuki Roshi’s Zen Mind\, Beginner’s Mind and John Daido Loori’s The Art of Just Sitting. \nRegistration through SBMG\, including teacher donation\, is $40 – $100 until Feb 23rd\, then $50-100. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/1282-4/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Classes,Meditation Instruction
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160323T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20160129T235926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160129T235926Z
UID:9635-1458759600-1458766800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating a Meditation Practice\, taught by Jim Hare
DESCRIPTION:A 5-week class\, meeting every Wednesday\,  March 9 – April 6\nThe Sanskrit/Pali word Bhavana means cultivation\, literally ‘bringing into being’\, so this class is for those who would like to initiate or mature a meditation practice.  We will explore the field of Buddhist meditation\, especially the practices of samatha (calming and concentrating)\, vipassana (insight)\, and shikantaza (just sitting). The teacher will combine instruction/lecture with experiential learning. The class is meant for everyone who wishes to explore the liberating path of sitting meditation. Instructor\, Jim Hare\, will draw on his own experience\, and on sources such as Suzuki Roshi’s Zen Mind\, Beginner’s Mind and John Daido Loori’s The Art of Just Sitting. \nRegistration is through SBMG \nRegistration\, including teacher donation\, is $40 – $100 until Feb 23rd\, then $50-100. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/cultivating-a-meditation-practice-taught-by-jim-hare-5/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Classes,Meditation Instruction
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160316T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20160129T235055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160129T235055Z
UID:9634-1458154800-1458162000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating a Meditation Practice\, taught by Jim Hare
DESCRIPTION:A 5-week class\, meeting every Wednesday\,  March 9 – April 6\nThe Sanskrit/Pali word Bhavana means cultivation\, literally ‘bringing into being’\, so this class is for those who would like to initiate or mature a meditation practice.  We will explore the field of Buddhist meditation\, especially the practices of samatha (calming and concentrating)\, vipassana (insight)\, and shikantaza (just sitting). The teacher will combine instruction/lecture with experiential learning. The class is meant for everyone who wishes to explore the liberating path of sitting meditation. Instructor\, Jim Hare\, will draw on his own experience\, and on sources such as Suzuki Roshi’s Zen Mind\, Beginner’s Mind and John Daido Loori’s The Art of Just Sitting. \nRegistration is through SBMG \nRegistration\, including teacher donation\, is $40 – $100 until Feb 23rd\, then $50-100. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/1280-4/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Classes,Meditation Instruction
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160314T184000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20151215T230909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151215T230909Z
UID:9627-1457978400-1457980800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen meditation
DESCRIPTION:For those who are new to Zen meditation\, we offer this 40-minute introduction on the second Monday every month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-3-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20160129T234011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160129T234011Z
UID:9633-1457550000-1457557200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating a Meditation Practice\, taught by Jim Hare
DESCRIPTION:A 5-week class\, meeting every Wednesday\,  March 9 – April 6\nThe Sanskrit/Pali word Bhavana means cultivation\, literally ‘bringing into being’\, so this class is for those who would like to initiate or mature a meditation practice.  We will explore the field of Buddhist meditation\, especially the practices of samatha (calming and concentrating)\, vipassana (insight)\, and shikantaza (just sitting). The teacher will combine instruction/lecture with experiential learning. The class is meant for everyone who wishes to explore the liberating path of sitting meditation. Instructor\, Jim Hare\, will draw on his own experience\, and on sources such as Suzuki Roshi’s Zen Mind\, Beginner’s Mind and John Daido Loori’s The Art of Just Sitting. \nRegistration is through SBMG \nRegistration\, including teacher donation\, is $40 – $100 until Feb 23rd\, then $50-100. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/cultivating-a-meditation-practice-4/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Classes,Meditation Instruction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160208T184000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20151215T200754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151215T200754Z
UID:9621-1454954400-1454956800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation
DESCRIPTION:If you are new to Zen practice\, we encourage you to attend this 40-minute introduction to Zen meditation which happens on the second Monday each month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-2-4/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160111T184000
DTSTAMP:20260531T091304
CREATED:20151215T192657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151215T192657Z
UID:9615-1452535200-1452537600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen meditation
DESCRIPTION:If you are new to Zen practice\, we encourage you to attend this 40-minute introduction to Zen meditation which happens on the second Monday each month.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-11/
LOCATION:3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Meditation Instruction,Monday Night Meeting
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