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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T060000
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SUMMARY:Rohatsu Sesshin Morning Program (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Morning Rohatsu schedule for Monday\, Tuesday\, Wednesday – ONLINE\n6:00 am Zazen\n6:30 am Kinhin\n6:40 am Zazen\n7:10 am Service \nRegister for week-long program on Eventbrite\nFull 7-Day Rohatsu Schedule \nThis traditional week of intensified practice celebrates the enlightenment of our original teacher in India\, Shakyamuni Buddha. Rohatsu sesshin is a time for bringing light into the dark time of the year and for celebrating Buddha’s awakening\, which is our awakening too.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/rohatsu-sesshin-morning-program-online-2/2024-12-02/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Online Event,Retreat,Sesshin
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241201T204500
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240821T000612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T205526Z
UID:18356-1733081400-1733085900@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Rohatsu Sesshin – Opening Evening Program (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Rohatsu means the 8th day of the 12th month\, which is the traditional day for celebrating Buddha’s enlightenment. Sesshin means ‘to gather the mind.’ As the darkest days of the year approach\, we sit together with the principle of awakening\, fully opening to the ‘wisdom beyond wisdom’ that becomes bright in sitting meditation. \nThe initial days of this week-long retreat will be offered online\, sitting morning and evenings. beginning Sunday evening Dec. 1. On Friday and Saturday\, December 6 and 7\, we will sit all day at the Dharma Center\, including into the evening. We will end with a half-day on the 8rd\, the traditional day to celebrate Buddha’s awakening. The in-person days will include Oryoki meals\, the traditional three-bowl Zen style of eating. There will be Dharma talks on days 6\,7\, and 8. For more information or to request a reduced fee or scholarship\, please contact us at info@valleystreamszen.org. \nNote that this retreat is intended for experienced practitioners. Participants should have a regular sitting practice and have attended several one-day retreats. There will be instruction in Oryoki meal practice for those not familiar with it. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for week-long program on Eventbrite\nFull 7-Day Rohatsu Schedule\n\nSunday Schedule:\n7:30 pm Welcome and Orientation\n8:00 pm Zazen\n8:30 pm Refuges  (PDF) \nFor more information or to request a reduced fee or scholarship\, please contact us at info@valleystreamszen.org
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/rohatsu-sesshin-online/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Online Event,Retreat,Sesshin
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241128T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241128T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240927T031120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T031120Z
UID:18419-1732773600-1732784400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:CLOSED for Thanksgiving Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Thursday morning zazen and Study Group will not be meeting today. We will gather again next week.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/closed-for-thanksgiving-holiday/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,CLOSED
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20241104T210610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T210610Z
UID:18504-1732557600-1732564800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Gratitude Dinner for the Sangha (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:As an expression of our deeply felt gratitude for the Sangha and the myriad ways its members support us and each other\, the Valley Streams Board will offer dinner to all those who can join us on Monday\, November 25. \nDinner will be provided by the board. What better way to start Thanksgiving week than with one less meal to prepare? We’ll begin at 6:00 p.m. with a short sit and chant/dedication. Dinner in the break room will follow. \nPlease RSVP here by Friday\, November 22th. Please note the start time is at 6:00 p.m.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/gratitude-dinner-for-the-sangha-in-person/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,In-Person Event,Monday Night Meeting,Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240331T023612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T023810Z
UID:17743-1732442400-1732449600@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-2/2024-11-24/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Family Sangha
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20241115T172111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T174341Z
UID:18570-1732366800-1732377600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Women's Group Retreat (In person)
DESCRIPTION:This group is CLOSED AT THIS TIME. \nFor more information please contact Doralee Grindler Katonah at grindkaton@icloud.com
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/womens-group-retreat-in-person/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Half-Day Sitting,In-Person Event,Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241121T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241121T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211938Z
UID:17306-1732176000-1732179600@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-2023-09-28/2024-11-21/
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:20241121T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241121T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211532Z
UID:18947-1732168800-1732174200@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-2023-06-29/2024-11-21/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240821T000307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T000307Z
UID:18354-1731956400-1731963600@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 \nWe offer a Well-Being Ceremony on the third Monday of every month 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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-8/
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
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240330T210413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T210413Z
UID:17711-1731830400-1731837600@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/2024-11-17/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Community Service,Dharma Center Work Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211937Z
UID:17305-1731571200-1731574800@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-2023-09-28/2024-11-14/
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:20241114T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211530Z
UID:18946-1731564000-1731569400@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-2023-06-29/2024-11-14/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240821T000113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T000113Z
UID:18351-1731351600-1731358800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Lama Yeshe Jinpa (Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Lama Yeshe Jinpa is the spiritual director and resident teacher of Lion’s Roar Dharma Center in Sacramento. In 1995\, Lama Jinpa received direct heart/mind transmission from Geshe Gyatso\, after 25 years of Dharma practice and study. He is one of the few western lamas recognized within the Gelugpa lineage of Tibetan or Vajrayana Buddhism\, the lineage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. \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-lama-yeshe-jinpa-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:20241111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241111T184000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20220412T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T200101Z
UID:16285-1731348000-1731350400@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-2022-03-14-2022-04-11-2022-12-12/2024-11-11/
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:20241107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211937Z
UID:17304-1730966400-1730970000@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-2023-09-28/2024-11-07/
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:20241107T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211530Z
UID:18945-1730959200-1730964600@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-2023-06-29/2024-11-07/
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:20241104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240820T235635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T235635Z
UID:18347-1730746800-1730754000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Rev. Myō Lahey (Speaker on Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Myō  Lahey is Abbot at Hartford Street Zen Center in San Francisco and Valley Streams’ guiding teacher. He previously served as the monastic Prior (Tantō) at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center.  Rev. Lahey is a Dharma heir of Tenshin Reb Anderson. \nRaised in an observant Roman Catholic home\, Myō was drawn to religion and spirituality at an early age and found Zen Buddhism in his teens. Rev. Myō began sitting practice in 1969 while still in high school\, and attended zazen-kai at Haiku Zendō in Los Altos\, which had recently been established and which hosted Suzuki-roshi from time to time. \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-rev-myo-lahey-speaker-on-zoom-5/
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:20241103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20241001T175903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T175903Z
UID:18425-1730635200-1730642400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Community Potluck for all 3 Sanghas (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the community potluck. All are welcome! \nRSVP here and sign up to bring a dish to share.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/community-potluck-for-all-3-sanghas-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240422T205953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T195900Z
UID:17894-1730536200-1730565000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Knowing who you are: One-day Retreat Led by Rev. So'on Jim Hare (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:“Practicing zazen is a way of knowing beyond perceptions of a self\, a soul\, a living being or a person” – a Zen reading of the Diamond Sutra. \nOne-day retreat (8:30 am – 4:30 pm) which includes sitting and walking meditation\, a Dharma talk and discussion period. Outside the meditation hall we will maintain noble silence. Please bring a bag lunch. \nSuggested donation is $10 – $80. No one will be excluded for lack of funds. Please write to info@valleystreamszen.org to request a scholarship or if this will be your first extended sitting with us. You are welcome! \nPlease register here.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/one-day-retreat-in-person-2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr.\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,In-Person Event,One-Day Sitting,Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241031T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241031T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211935Z
UID:17303-1730361600-1730365200@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-2023-09-28/2024-10-31/
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:20241031T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241031T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211529Z
UID:18944-1730354400-1730359800@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-2023-06-29/2024-10-31/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240820T234613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T234613Z
UID:18336-1730142000-1730149200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Sejiki Ceremony (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIf you would like the name of a loved one who has died during the past year\, recited in the ceremony\, please send the full name of that person (and pronunciation) to info@valleystreamszen.org.  \nPlease bring bells\, cymbals\, drums\, or other noisemakers with which to call the hungry ghosts into the Dharma Hall to eat our food offerings. Everyone is invited to stay for treats and conversation after the ceremony. \n*Zoom link to program
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/sejiki-ceremony-hybrid/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Monday Night Meeting,Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240331T023612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T023810Z
UID:17742-1730023200-1730030400@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-2/2024-10-27/
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;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241024T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241024T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211528Z
UID:18943-1729749600-1729755000@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-2023-06-29/2024-10-24/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240820T234203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T210627Z
UID:18334-1729537200-1729544400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:"Buddhism and the mystical poetry of Kabir - My journey" - Dharma Talk by Linda Hess (Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Linda began Zen practice in 1974 at San Francisco Zen Center and currently practices with Reb Anderson at GGF and No Abode. \nLinda is a translator and scholar of devotional/mystical poetry from North India\, especially the 15th century poet Kabir. She taught at Stanford in the Dept. of Religion Studies for 21 years. Her publications include: Bodies of Song: Kabir and Oral Traditions and Performative Worlds in North India (2015) and Singing Emptiness: Kumar Gandharva Performs the Poetry of Kabir (2009). \nLinda is interested in the intersections of religion\, politics\, and personal experience. \n\n\n*Zoom link to program \nWe offer a Well-Being Ceremony on the third Monday of every month 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-rev-parav%e1%b9%9btti-doralee-grindler-katonah-speaker-in-person-5/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Hybrid Event,Monday Night Meeting,Well-being Ceremony
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241020T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240330T210413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T210413Z
UID:17710-1729411200-1729418400@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/2024-10-20/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Community Service,Dharma Center Work Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
CREATED:20240820T232538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T210739Z
UID:18332-1729332000-1729342800@valleystreamszen.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160822
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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