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  • Memorial Service for John Briggs

    To celebrate the life and practice of Kogan Fukuden - Ancient vow, Field of Blessing May 20, 1940 - October 10, 2016

  • March for the Dream in Sacramento

    Walk with us! Sacramento Dharma Center will walk as a group in the annual March for the Dream. 9a.m. – 9:30a.m. The march begins at Sacramento City College (3835 Freeport Blvd.) 11:15a.m. – 11:45a.m. The march arrives at Sacramento Convention Center (1400 J Street) 12:00 – 2p.m. The main stage program and opening ceremonies will start at noon.  Map […]

  • Inauguration Day Meditation and Prayer

    • Join us for a non-partisan, Buddhist-inspired meditation and prayer gathering to encourage wisdom, compassion, and loving kindness for ourselves, our neighbors, our government leaders and the world. • During the inauguration we will sit to support community, to support those outside community, to be in touch with the here and now and to water the seeds of interconnection. • Sit […]

  • PEOPLE’S CLIMATE MARCH SACRAMENTO

    On the 100th day of this administration, marches across the world will take place to send a unified and urgent message: Our communities demand responsible climate action for our families, our workers and our planet. This interfaith march will surround the State Capitol Building. We'll rally together as we learn about existing climate solutions and local […]

  • Dharma Art Day 2017

    Rediscover beginner's mind while creating a collage or assemblage out of bits and pieces; paint and glue. No art experience needed - in fact, the less you know, the better!   Led by Barbara Baccei, Karen Hamilton and Doralee Grindler Katonah. Fee: $25 for materials (scholarships available) Register at Eventbrite.com or in person on a Monday night.

    $25.00

  • Dharma Center Envisioning

    Recurring

    This time is set aside for all of us in the community to have the opportunity to discuss together how we want to use our new space – both inside and outside the building. We encourage as many Sustaining Sangha members as possible to come and share their ideas. Please come to one or both meetings, the envisioning process will build on […]

  • SDC Interdependence Day Ice Cream Social

    Join SDC for its Second Annual Interdependence Day party, Saturday, July 8, 2017, from 2 to 4 p.m.  A celebration of our donors, volunteers, and the greater Sangha that makes our existence possible!  Enjoy some ice cream and shaved ice, take part in our raffle, and listen to some far out music as we mark the 50th […]

  • A Glimpse of Buddhism in China

    Recurring

    In April 2017, Jim Hare traveled with a group of Western pilgrims to visit (and stay in) Buddhist monasteries in Zhejiang Province, south of Shanghai.  Jim will present a thematic slide show and narrative, touching on devotional practices, the Bodhisattva Guanyin, T’ien T’ung Ssu (the monastery where Eihei Dogen met his teacher), and the T’ang […]

  • Sangha Annual Meeting & Potluck Brunch

    This is a once-a-year opportunity to meet your sangha friends, new board members and get the news about Valley Streams Zen Sangha. All members, along with their family & friends are warmly invited to attend. Please let us know by email or in person, what food offering, and how many people you will bring. Drinks and […]

  • Sejiki Ceremony

    Our Sejiki or food-offering, ceremony is an opportunity to call forth the spirits of those who have passed this way before, offering them solace and acknowledging our ongoing connection to them. Treats, tea and conversation after the ceremony. Please bring noise makers and a treat to share. If you would like the name of a loved one […]