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SUMMARY:Valley Streams Zen Sangha Annual Meeting (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to Valley Streams’ Annual Meeting and potluck brunch. Spouses\, partners\, friends\, and family—all are welcome. Gather at 10 a.m. to share a meal and each other’s company. After the brunch\, the 2024-2025 Board and officers will be introduced and give a report on the state of the sangha. You will get an update on the Sangha’s financial health\, including the Maitreya Fund that was established last year to provide a resource for future Sangha leadership. We look forward to enjoyable conversations and hearing your thoughts about ongoing Sangha activities.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/valley-streams-zen-sangha-annual-meeting-in-person/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,In-Person Event,Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T090000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211932Z
UID:17301-1729152000-1729155600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Study Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:The Zen Study Group meets at the Sacramento Dharma Center and on Zoom. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So’on Jim Hare\, with readings from ancient and contemporary Mahayana Buddhist & Soto Zen texts and commentaries. \nTo join the Thursday morning study group\, email the coordinator\, Rollin Ives\, twl4148@gmail.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/study-group-hybrid-2023-09-28/2024-10-17/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T073000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211527Z
UID:18942-1729144800-1729150200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Morning Zazen and Service (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two periods of zazen (seated meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation)\, or just the first or second second meditation periods\, as your schedule allows. \n6:00 am  – Zazen (sitting meditation)\n6:30 am –  Kinhin (walking meditation)\n6:40 am –  Zazen\n7:10 am –  Morning Service \nPlease arrive a few minutes before the beginning of each period to take your seat in the zendo or\, if arriving via Zoom\, to allow the AV person time to admit you. If you arrive on Zoom after the beginning of the sit\, the AV person will not admit latecomers until the beginning of the next period. Stay for a cup of tea after service if you join in person. \n•Zoom meeting link\n•Chants used in our morning service (SFZC website)
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/morning-zazen-and-service-hybrid-2023-06-29/2024-10-17/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Morning Zazen
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240820T232210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T210708Z
UID:18329-1728932400-1728939600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:"Sparks of Light - Creating our future Now" - Short Dharma Talk and Practice Circle led by Rev. Parāvṛtti Doralee Grindler Katonah (Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Practice Circles or dharma sharing is a time for us to explore our practice life together\, in the safety of our sangha. Speaking or remaining silent are both ways of being present and witnessing each other’s precious life unfolding. Our Circles create the container to receive and hold the diversity of our experiences in the spirit of generosity. \nRev. Parāvṛtti Doralee Grindler Katonah serves as Ino\, or head of the meditation hall. She studied in the Soto Zen lineage with Sojun Diane Martin\, founder and guiding teacher of Udumbara Zen Center in Illinois and Rev. Val Szymanski\, Head Priest of Bamboo in the Wind Zen Center in Sunnyvale\, California. She was lay ordained in 2008 and priest ordained in 2019. She served as head student for the Spring practice period at Bamboo in the Wind Zen Sangha in May 2022. She offers Practice Interviews upon request. \n*Zoom link to program \nOur Monday night programs begin with zazen (sitting meditation) followed by a devotional service and 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. If this is your first visit please arrive at least 15 minutes early for a brief orientation.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/dharma-talk-by-linda-hess-speaker-in-person/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Monday Night Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T184000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20220412T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T200100Z
UID:16284-1728928800-1728931200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation (In Person Only)
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 mental focus. This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion. \nFollowing the instruction the Valley Streams Zen Sangha meets for a 30-minute meditation in the Dharma Hall followed by a 10-minute service and Dharma talk. You are invited to stay for these events after the instruction.\n  * Meets in the Library at Sacramento Dharma Center.   \nSign up for Weekly Emails to receive current program information.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-in-person-2022-03-14-2022-04-11-2022-12-12/2024-10-14/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,In-Person Event,Meditation Instruction
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T090000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211931Z
UID:17300-1728547200-1728550800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Study Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:The Zen Study Group meets at the Sacramento Dharma Center and on Zoom. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So’on Jim Hare\, with readings from ancient and contemporary Mahayana Buddhist & Soto Zen texts and commentaries. \nTo join the Thursday morning study group\, email the coordinator\, Rollin Ives\, twl4148@gmail.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/study-group-hybrid-2023-09-28/2024-10-10/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T073000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211523Z
UID:18941-1728540000-1728545400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Morning Zazen and Service (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two periods of zazen (seated meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation)\, or just the first or second second meditation periods\, as your schedule allows. \n6:00 am  – Zazen (sitting meditation)\n6:30 am –  Kinhin (walking meditation)\n6:40 am –  Zazen\n7:10 am –  Morning Service \nPlease arrive a few minutes before the beginning of each period to take your seat in the zendo or\, if arriving via Zoom\, to allow the AV person time to admit you. If you arrive on Zoom after the beginning of the sit\, the AV person will not admit latecomers until the beginning of the next period. Stay for a cup of tea after service if you join in person. \n•Zoom meeting link\n•Chants used in our morning service (SFZC website)
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/morning-zazen-and-service-hybrid-2023-06-29/2024-10-10/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Morning Zazen
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240820T231419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T231419Z
UID:18327-1728327600-1728334800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Way Seeking Mind Talk by Katrena Paine (Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:*Zoom link to program \nOur Monday night programs begin with zazen (sitting meditation) followed by a devotional service and 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. If this is your first visit please arrive at least 15 minutes early for a brief orientation.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/way-seeking-mind-talk-by-katrena-paine-speaker-in-person/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Monday Night Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T090000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211930Z
UID:17299-1727942400-1727946000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Study Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:The Zen Study Group meets at the Sacramento Dharma Center and on Zoom. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So’on Jim Hare\, with readings from ancient and contemporary Mahayana Buddhist & Soto Zen texts and commentaries. \nTo join the Thursday morning study group\, email the coordinator\, Rollin Ives\, twl4148@gmail.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/study-group-hybrid-2023-09-28/2024-10-03/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T073000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211522Z
UID:18940-1727935200-1727940600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Morning Zazen and Service (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two periods of zazen (seated meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation)\, or just the first or second second meditation periods\, as your schedule allows. \n6:00 am  – Zazen (sitting meditation)\n6:30 am –  Kinhin (walking meditation)\n6:40 am –  Zazen\n7:10 am –  Morning Service \nPlease arrive a few minutes before the beginning of each period to take your seat in the zendo or\, if arriving via Zoom\, to allow the AV person time to admit you. If you arrive on Zoom after the beginning of the sit\, the AV person will not admit latecomers until the beginning of the next period. Stay for a cup of tea after service if you join in person. \n•Zoom meeting link\n•Chants used in our morning service (SFZC website)
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/morning-zazen-and-service-hybrid-2023-06-29/2024-10-03/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Morning Zazen
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240820T225159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T225159Z
UID:18314-1727722800-1727730000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Short Retreat Night (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:On Retreat Night we offer an opportunity to settle into your meditation practice with two 25-minute periods of zazen (sitting meditation)\, interspersed with kinhin (walking meditation). Turning the light inward\, we explore the causes of suffering and what can end it. \nIf you are new to meditation or just exploring the idea\, the Introduction to Meditation Class on the second Monday of the month is recommended before attempting an extended evening retreat. \n*Zoom link to program \nOur Monday night programs begin with zazen (sitting meditation) followed by a devotional service and dharma talk\, group discussion\, practice circle or retreat night. 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. If this is your first visit please arrive at least 15 minutes early for a brief orientation.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/short-retreat-night-hybrid/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Monday Night Meeting,Retreat Night
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240331T023612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T023809Z
UID:17741-1727604000-1727611200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Family Sangha (In Person)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOn last Sundays\, parents\, uncles and aunts\, grandparents\, friends\, are invited to come to SDC and share the Buddha path of wisdom and kindness with their children.  Adults are expected to stay on site near their children. \nPlease come to Family Sangha through the West Lobby. \nParticipating family member(s) can join the sangha meditation and/or dharma talk\, while their children enjoy Family Sangha! Please check in with coordinators Ajit or Helen first. Family Sangha is family-created\, all volunteer\, so we ask that newcomers please stay with their children in the program for their first and second visits. Activities focus on fundamental teachings through conversation\, mindfulness\, song(s)\, story\, movement\, nature dharma and active play outside\, snacks\, art and even mindful clean-up.  Families are welcome to stay for refreshments at noon with SBMG. \nIf you have any questions\, or wish to help in any way\, please contact Ajit and Helen at familydharma@sbmg.org.  We are actively seeking childcare helpers and a mindfulness facilitator.  Stipends are available. Please let us know if you have recommendations.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/family-sangha-in-person-2/2024-09-29/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Family Sangha
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240820T224722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T015400Z
UID:18311-1727222400-1727654399@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Black Mountain Retreat (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/black-mountain-retreat-in-person/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Retreat Center\, 23125 Fort Ross Rd.\, Cazadero\, CA\, 95421\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240820T224311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T051738Z
UID:18307-1727118000-1727125200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Shosan Victoria Austin (Speaker on Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Shosan Victoria Austin began practicing both Zen and yoga in 1971. In the Soto Zen tradition\, she is entrusted as a Dharma heir in the lineage of Shunryu Suzuki\, an international priest of the Soto School\, and a Dharma teacher at San Francisco Zen Center. She trained in the U.S.\, in India\, and in Japan. In the Iyengar tradition\, she is certified as an Intermediate teacher. \n*Zoom link to program \nWe offer a Well-Being Ceremony today to remember friends\, family\, neighbors\, pets and people of the world who are ill\, facing a recent loss\, or struggling with some difficulty in their lives. Please send the names of those you wish to be remembered to: Parāvrtti Doralee Grindler Katonah (Ino@valleystreamszen.org) by the Sunday evening prior. \nOur Monday night programs begin with zazen (sitting meditation) followed by a devotional service and 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. If this is your first visit please arrive at least 15 minutes early for a brief orientation.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/dharma-talk-by-shosan-victoria-austin-speaker-in-person/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Monday Night Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T090000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211929Z
UID:17297-1726732800-1726736400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Study Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:The Zen Study Group meets at the Sacramento Dharma Center and on Zoom. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So’on Jim Hare\, with readings from ancient and contemporary Mahayana Buddhist & Soto Zen texts and commentaries. \nTo join the Thursday morning study group\, email the coordinator\, Rollin Ives\, twl4148@gmail.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/study-group-hybrid-2023-09-28/2024-09-19/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T073000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211521Z
UID:18939-1726725600-1726731000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Morning Zazen and Service (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two periods of zazen (seated meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation)\, or just the first or second second meditation periods\, as your schedule allows. \n6:00 am  – Zazen (sitting meditation)\n6:30 am –  Kinhin (walking meditation)\n6:40 am –  Zazen\n7:10 am –  Morning Service \nPlease arrive a few minutes before the beginning of each period to take your seat in the zendo or\, if arriving via Zoom\, to allow the AV person time to admit you. If you arrive on Zoom after the beginning of the sit\, the AV person will not admit latecomers until the beginning of the next period. Stay for a cup of tea after service if you join in person. \n•Zoom meeting link\n•Chants used in our morning service (SFZC website)
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/morning-zazen-and-service-hybrid-2023-06-29/2024-09-19/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Morning Zazen
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240820T223819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T051801Z
UID:18303-1726513200-1726520400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Ceremony (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:The Full Moon Ceremony acknowledges the karma created by our intentional actions\, and reminds us to renew our commitment to the ethical conduct expressed as the 16 Bodhisattva Precepts. These are guiding principles for our daily conduct in the world. This ceremony is rooted in a ritual from pre-Buddhist India. To prepare for the ceremony there are two 25 minutes meditation periods separated by 10 minutes of walking meditation. All are welcome to participate. \n*Full Moon Ceremony Chants \n*Zoom link to program \nOur Monday night programs begin with zazen (sitting meditation) followed by a devotional service and 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. If this is your first visit please arrive at least 15 minutes early for a brief orientation.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/full-moon-ceremony-hybrid-7/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Full Moon Ceremony,Hybrid Event,Monday Night Meeting,Well-being Ceremony
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240915T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240330T210413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T210413Z
UID:17709-1726387200-1726394400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:SDC Grounds Maintenance (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:The Sacramento Dharma Center Grounds Committee meets on the third Sunday of the month from 8-10 a.m. to rake\, prune the yard and garden.  Excessive heat or rain cancels. To volunteer\, meet the crew on the third Sunday at the Dharma Center. \nFor more information\, contact Julie DeHart\,  julieedehart@gmail.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/sdc-grounds-maintenance-in-person/2024-09-15/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Community Service,Dharma Center Work Day
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240912T090000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211928Z
UID:17296-1726128000-1726131600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Study Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:The Zen Study Group meets at the Sacramento Dharma Center and on Zoom. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So’on Jim Hare\, with readings from ancient and contemporary Mahayana Buddhist & Soto Zen texts and commentaries. \nTo join the Thursday morning study group\, email the coordinator\, Rollin Ives\, twl4148@gmail.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/study-group-hybrid-2023-09-28/2024-09-12/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240912T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240912T073000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211520Z
UID:18938-1726120800-1726126200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Morning Zazen and Service (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two periods of zazen (seated meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation)\, or just the first or second second meditation periods\, as your schedule allows. \n6:00 am  – Zazen (sitting meditation)\n6:30 am –  Kinhin (walking meditation)\n6:40 am –  Zazen\n7:10 am –  Morning Service \nPlease arrive a few minutes before the beginning of each period to take your seat in the zendo or\, if arriving via Zoom\, to allow the AV person time to admit you. If you arrive on Zoom after the beginning of the sit\, the AV person will not admit latecomers until the beginning of the next period. Stay for a cup of tea after service if you join in person. \n•Zoom meeting link\n•Chants used in our morning service (SFZC website)
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/morning-zazen-and-service-hybrid-2023-06-29/2024-09-12/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Morning Zazen
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240820T211322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T211322Z
UID:18301-1725908400-1725915600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Susan Moon (Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Susan Moon is a writer\, editor\, and lay teacher in the Soto Zen tradition. She is the author of a number of books about Buddhism\, including the humor book The Life and Letters of Tofu Roshi and This Is Getting Old: Zen Thoughts on Aging with Humor and Dignity. For many years she was the editor of Turning Wheel\, the journal of socially engaged Buddhism. Her short stories and essays have been published widely. \nSue has been a Zen student since 1976\, practicing in the lineage of Suzuki Roshi at Berkeley Zen Center\, Tassajara Zen Mountain Monastery\, Green Gulch Farm\, and now with Zoketsu Norman Fischer’s Everyday Zen sangha. She received “entrustment” as a lay teacher in 2005. \n*Zoom link to program \nOur Monday night programs begin with zazen (sitting meditation) followed by a devotional service and 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. If this is your first visit please arrive at least 15 minutes early for a brief orientation.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/dharma-talk-by-susan-moon-speaker-in-person/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Monday Night Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240909T184000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20220412T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T200100Z
UID:16283-1725904800-1725907200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Zen Meditation (In Person Only)
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 mental focus. This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion. \nFollowing the instruction the Valley Streams Zen Sangha meets for a 30-minute meditation in the Dharma Hall followed by a 10-minute service and Dharma talk. You are invited to stay for these events after the instruction.\n  * Meets in the Library at Sacramento Dharma Center.   \nSign up for Weekly Emails to receive current program information.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/introduction-to-zen-meditation-in-person-2022-03-14-2022-04-11-2022-12-12/2024-09-09/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,In-Person Event,Meditation Instruction
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240422T205953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T231015Z
UID:17893-1725697800-1725712200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:The path of Zen: Half-day Sitting led by So’on Jim Hare (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:The path of Zen: Can you get there from here? \nIn 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 our practice? We will consider these questions through sitting zazen and hearing a Dharma talk at our half-day sitting on Saturday\, September 7th\, 8:30 -12:30. \nLed by So’on Jim Hare. A social lunch will follow this sitting – please bring your own. \nTickets can be purchased below with suggested donation $10 -$30. No one will be excluded for lack of funds. If this will be your first retreat day with us or you have questions\, please email: info@valleystreamszen.org
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/one-day-retreat-in-person-2024-09-07/
LOCATION:Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr.\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Half-Day Sitting,In-Person Event,Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240905T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240905T090000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211927Z
UID:17295-1725523200-1725526800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Study Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:The Zen Study Group meets at the Sacramento Dharma Center and on Zoom. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So’on Jim Hare\, with readings from ancient and contemporary Mahayana Buddhist & Soto Zen texts and commentaries. \nTo join the Thursday morning study group\, email the coordinator\, Rollin Ives\, twl4148@gmail.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/study-group-hybrid-2023-09-28/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240905T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240905T073000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211519Z
UID:18937-1725516000-1725521400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Morning Zazen and Service (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two periods of zazen (seated meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation)\, or just the first or second second meditation periods\, as your schedule allows. \n6:00 am  – Zazen (sitting meditation)\n6:30 am –  Kinhin (walking meditation)\n6:40 am –  Zazen\n7:10 am –  Morning Service \nPlease arrive a few minutes before the beginning of each period to take your seat in the zendo or\, if arriving via Zoom\, to allow the AV person time to admit you. If you arrive on Zoom after the beginning of the sit\, the AV person will not admit latecomers until the beginning of the next period. Stay for a cup of tea after service if you join in person. \n•Zoom meeting link\n•Chants used in our morning service (SFZC website)
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/morning-zazen-and-service-hybrid-2023-06-29/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Morning Zazen
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240819T185049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T185049Z
UID:18293-1725235200-1725321599@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:CLOSED for Labor Day Holiday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/closed-for-labor-day-holiday/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,CLOSED
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240829T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240829T090000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211926Z
UID:17294-1724918400-1724922000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Study Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:The Zen Study Group meets at the Sacramento Dharma Center and on Zoom. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So’on Jim Hare\, with readings from ancient and contemporary Mahayana Buddhist & Soto Zen texts and commentaries. \nTo join the Thursday morning study group\, email the coordinator\, Rollin Ives\, twl4148@gmail.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/study-group-hybrid-2023-09-28/2024-08-29/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240829T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240829T073000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211519Z
UID:18936-1724911200-1724916600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Morning Zazen and Service (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two periods of zazen (seated meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation)\, or just the first or second second meditation periods\, as your schedule allows. \n6:00 am  – Zazen (sitting meditation)\n6:30 am –  Kinhin (walking meditation)\n6:40 am –  Zazen\n7:10 am –  Morning Service \nPlease arrive a few minutes before the beginning of each period to take your seat in the zendo or\, if arriving via Zoom\, to allow the AV person time to admit you. If you arrive on Zoom after the beginning of the sit\, the AV person will not admit latecomers until the beginning of the next period. Stay for a cup of tea after service if you join in person. \n•Zoom meeting link\n•Chants used in our morning service (SFZC website)
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/morning-zazen-and-service-hybrid-2023-06-29/2024-08-29/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Morning Zazen
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240826T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240606T172754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T172754Z
UID:18181-1724698800-1724706000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Retreat Night (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:On Retreat Night we offer an opportunity to settle into your meditation practice with three 25-minute periods of zazen (sitting meditation)\, interspersed with kinhin (walking meditation). Turning the light inward\, we explore the causes of suffering and what can end it. \nIf you are new to meditation or just exploring the idea\, the Introduction to Meditation Class on the second Monday of the month is recommended before attempting an extended evening retreat. \n*Zoom link to program \nOur Monday night programs begin with zazen (sitting meditation) followed by a devotional service and dharma talk\, group discussion\, practice circle or retreat night. 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. If this is your first visit please arrive at least 15 minutes early for a brief orientation.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/retreat-night-hybrid-5/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Monday Night Meeting,Retreat Night
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240825T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T230639
CREATED:20240331T023612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T023809Z
UID:17740-1724580000-1724587200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Family Sangha (In Person)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOn last Sundays\, parents\, uncles and aunts\, grandparents\, friends\, are invited to come to SDC and share the Buddha path of wisdom and kindness with their children.  Adults are expected to stay on site near their children. \nPlease come to Family Sangha through the West Lobby. \nParticipating family member(s) can join the sangha meditation and/or dharma talk\, while their children enjoy Family Sangha! Please check in with coordinators Ajit or Helen first. Family Sangha is family-created\, all volunteer\, so we ask that newcomers please stay with their children in the program for their first and second visits. Activities focus on fundamental teachings through conversation\, mindfulness\, song(s)\, story\, movement\, nature dharma and active play outside\, snacks\, art and even mindful clean-up.  Families are welcome to stay for refreshments at noon with SBMG. \nIf you have any questions\, or wish to help in any way\, please contact Ajit and Helen at familydharma@sbmg.org.  We are actively seeking childcare helpers and a mindfulness facilitator.  Stipends are available. Please let us know if you have recommendations.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/family-sangha-in-person-2/2024-08-25/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Family Sangha
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