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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-2023-09-28/2025-02-20/
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:20250224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250115T200630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T200630Z
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SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Shōku Kathy Early (Hybrid\, Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Guest teacher Shōku Kathy Early came to zen practice in 1994 through classes with Tenshin Reb Anderson at the Yoga Room in Berkeley while working as a semiconductor engineer in Silicon Valley. She then practiced for several years with Keido Les Kaye at Kannon Do Zen Center in Mountain View\, after which she trained at San Francisco Zen Center for 16 years. She was priest ordained by Tenshin Anderson in 2005. Shōku also spent a year and a half in residence at Toshoji International Training Monastery\, in Okayama\, Japan\, including four angos (90 day training periods). \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 in-person or on zoom.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/dharma-talk-by-shoku-kathy-early-speaker-on-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr.\, 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211544Z
UID:19123-1740636000-1740641400@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-2023-06-29/2025-02-27/
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:20250227T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211954Z
UID:18772-1740643200-1740646800@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-2023-09-28/2025-02-27/
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:20250301T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250115T201151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T204732Z
UID:19291-1740817800-1740837600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Once in a Blue Moon - Half-day Sitting and Sponsored Lunch. Led by Rev. Myō Lahey (Hybrid\, Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Myō‘s second Dharma name is Seigetsu or blue moon\, pointing to his unique expression of Buddha nature. Since the pandemic\, Myō has made few personal appearances in Sacramento\, so we are happy to offer this opportunity to practice with him and hear his Dharma talk. The morning will include an Eye-Opening Ceremony for the garden Jizo statue. Valley Streams Board members and volunteers will offer lunch. Please honor the teacher with a gift of Dana at the retreat. \nIf you want to attend the sitting\, but not the lunch\, please send a message to info@valleystreamszen.org. Everyone is welcome! \nTickets can be purchased below with suggested donation $20 -$40. 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 \nPlease register here. \n*Zoom Link to program
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/half-day-retreat-in-person/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Half-Day Sitting,In-Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250115T201332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T200812Z
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SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Bruce Fortin (Hybrid\, Speaker on Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Bruce Fortin was ordained a Zen priest in 1977 at the San Francisco Zen Center. He is the founder and has been the guiding teacher at the Occidental Laguna Sangha in Sebastopol for twenty years. He has taught meditation in prisons\, to Veterans\, was the director of Hospice program in Sonoma country for many years\, and is a psychotherapist in Private practice in Santa Rosa and Sebastopol. \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-bruce-fortin-speaker-on-zoom/
LOCATION:Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr.\, 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250128T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T011308Z
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SUMMARY:Practicing With The Precepts: A Study Group Series (In Person Only)
DESCRIPTION:PRACTICING WITH THE PRECEPTS\n– A Study Group Series – \nTeacher:  Rev. Paravrtti Doralee Grindler Katonah\nTuesday evenings\, 6 – 7:30 pm\n     (March 4\, 18;  April 1 \,15\, 29;  May 13\, 2025)\nRegister at  Ino@valleystreamszen.org \n• A commitment to attend each session is expected.\n• Recommended dana: $50 \nThe Precepts\, offered by the Buddha\, are descriptions of enlightened\, wholehearted living\, naturally expressing compassionate and wise action\, and open presence – a way of life dedicated to relieving suffering and realizing the truth of the interconnectedness of all living beings. \nThe Precepts reveal infinite possibilities of living an awakened reality. Through learning to interact with the Precepts\, we set in motion a process of character development that will transform our lives. Through engagement and inquiry\, we open a process of spiritual growth. We are given mirrors of the many ways we restrict our lives and turn away from letting go of self. \nDuring our time together we will invite the precepts into our meditation practice\, witness how they interact and transform our everyday experiences\, and develop our capacity to receive guidance and insight from within. Together we will explore the multilayered meanings of each precept in an open and safe environment. This group is open to all who want to devote time and practice to this study together. \nWe will meet biweekly for 6 sessions. Our primary text will be Opening to Oneness – A Practical Guide to the Zen Precepts\, by Nancy Mujo Baker (2023). Additional commentaries will be offered. \nRev. Doralee Grindler Katonah\, Psy.D.\, M.Div. has been a student of ethics\, both through her work as a clinical psychologist\, her study of philosophy in undergraduate university\, as a graduate student in the history of religions\, and her 40-year study of Buddhism. She serves as Ino or head of the meditation hall for Valley Streams Zen Sangha. She studies in the Soto Zen Lineage of Sojun Diane Martin\, founder and guiding teacher of Udumbarra Zen Center in Illinois and Rev. Val Szymanski\, founder and head priest of Bamboo in the Wind Zen Sangha in 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 May 2022. \n*Three Pure Precepts\nI vow to refrain from all evil.\nI vow to make every effort to live in enlightenment.\nI vow to live and be lived for the benefit of all beings. \n*Ten Essential Precepts\nI vow not to kill; rather cultivate and encourage life.\nI vow not to take what is not given; rather cultivate generosity.\nI vow not to misuse sexuality\, rather cultivate and encourage honest and caring relationships.\nI vow to refrain from false speech; rather cultivate and encourage truthful communication.\nI vow to refrain from intoxicants; rather cultivate and encourage clarity.\nI vow not to slander; rather cultivate and encourage respectful speech.\nI vow not to praise self at the expense of others; rather cultivate and encourage self and others to abide in their awakened nature.\nI vow not to be avaricious; rather cultivate and encourage mutual support.\nI vow not to harbor ill will; rather cultivate and encourage lovingkindness and understanding.\nI vow not to disparage the Three Treasures; rather cultivate and encourage awakening\, the path and teaching of awakening and the community that takes refuge in awakening. \n*excerpted from online document at San Francisco Zen Center.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/practicing-with-the-precepts-a-study-group-series-in-person-only/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Classes,In-Person Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211545Z
UID:19124-1741240800-1741246200@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-2023-06-29/2025-03-06/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211955Z
UID:18773-1741248000-1741251600@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-2023-09-28/2025-03-06/
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:20250310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T184000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20220412T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T200105Z
UID:16289-1741629600-1741632000@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-2022-03-14-2022-04-11-2022-12-12/2025-03-10/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250115T201637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T171405Z
UID:19295-1741633200-1741640400@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Rev. Parāvṛtti Doralee Grindler Katonah (Hybrid\, Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Keep your eyes closely on the boat and see that the boat moves – a call to deepen our practice lives in this time of crisis. \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-rev-parav%e1%b9%9btti-doralee-grindler-katonah-speaker-in-person-6-2/
LOCATION:Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr.\, 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:20250313T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211546Z
UID:19125-1741845600-1741851000@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-2023-06-29/2025-03-13/
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:20250313T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211956Z
UID:18774-1741852800-1741856400@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-2023-09-28/2025-03-13/
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:20250317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250317T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250116T213731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T205106Z
UID:19304-1742238000-1742245200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Way Seeking Mind Talk by Shawn Hampton (Hybrid\, Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:*Zoom link to program \nShawn Hampton is originally from Texas. He moved to California in 2020 and began attending VSZS in 2023. He has been involved with Contemplative Christianity for many years and spent 12 years pursuing monastic life\, 9 of which were spent with the Carthusian Order in France: a community of solitary hermit monks. \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/way-seeking-mind-talk-by-shawn-hampton-speaker-in-person/
LOCATION:Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr.\, 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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250128T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T011311Z
UID:19390-1742320800-1742326200@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Practicing With The Precepts: A Study Group Series (In Person Only)
DESCRIPTION:PRACTICING WITH THE PRECEPTS\n– A Study Group Series – \nTeacher:  Rev. Paravrtti Doralee Grindler Katonah\nTuesday evenings\, 6 – 7:30 pm\n     (March 4\, 18;  April 1 \,15\, 29;  May 13\, 2025)\nRegister at  Ino@valleystreamszen.org \n• A commitment to attend each session is expected.\n• Recommended dana: $50 \nThe Precepts\, offered by the Buddha\, are descriptions of enlightened\, wholehearted living\, naturally expressing compassionate and wise action\, and open presence – a way of life dedicated to relieving suffering and realizing the truth of the interconnectedness of all living beings. \nThe Precepts reveal infinite possibilities of living an awakened reality. Through learning to interact with the Precepts\, we set in motion a process of character development that will transform our lives. Through engagement and inquiry\, we open a process of spiritual growth. We are given mirrors of the many ways we restrict our lives and turn away from letting go of self. \nDuring our time together we will invite the precepts into our meditation practice\, witness how they interact and transform our everyday experiences\, and develop our capacity to receive guidance and insight from within. Together we will explore the multilayered meanings of each precept in an open and safe environment. This group is open to all who want to devote time and practice to this study together. \nWe will meet biweekly for 6 sessions. Our primary text will be Opening to Oneness – A Practical Guide to the Zen Precepts\, by Nancy Mujo Baker (2023). Additional commentaries will be offered. \nRev. Doralee Grindler Katonah\, Psy.D.\, M.Div. has been a student of ethics\, both through her work as a clinical psychologist\, her study of philosophy in undergraduate university\, as a graduate student in the history of religions\, and her 40-year study of Buddhism. She serves as Ino or head of the meditation hall for Valley Streams Zen Sangha. She studies in the Soto Zen Lineage of Sojun Diane Martin\, founder and guiding teacher of Udumbarra Zen Center in Illinois and Rev. Val Szymanski\, founder and head priest of Bamboo in the Wind Zen Sangha in 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 May 2022. \n*Three Pure Precepts\nI vow to refrain from all evil.\nI vow to make every effort to live in enlightenment.\nI vow to live and be lived for the benefit of all beings. \n*Ten Essential Precepts\nI vow not to kill; rather cultivate and encourage life.\nI vow not to take what is not given; rather cultivate generosity.\nI vow not to misuse sexuality\, rather cultivate and encourage honest and caring relationships.\nI vow to refrain from false speech; rather cultivate and encourage truthful communication.\nI vow to refrain from intoxicants; rather cultivate and encourage clarity.\nI vow not to slander; rather cultivate and encourage respectful speech.\nI vow not to praise self at the expense of others; rather cultivate and encourage self and others to abide in their awakened nature.\nI vow not to be avaricious; rather cultivate and encourage mutual support.\nI vow not to harbor ill will; rather cultivate and encourage lovingkindness and understanding.\nI vow not to disparage the Three Treasures; rather cultivate and encourage awakening\, the path and teaching of awakening and the community that takes refuge in awakening. \n*excerpted from online document at San Francisco Zen Center.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/practicing-with-the-precepts-a-study-group-series-in-person-only/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Classes,In-Person Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250320T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250320T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211550Z
UID:19126-1742450400-1742455800@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-2023-06-29/2025-03-20/
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:20250320T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250320T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211957Z
UID:18775-1742457600-1742461200@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-2023-09-28/2025-03-20/
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:20250324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250116T214251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T214507Z
UID:19306-1742842800-1742850000@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Practice Talk by Shokan Clem Spring (Hybrid\, Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Shokan Clem Spring is in his second rotation at Head Doan for Valley Streams Zen. He received Jukai (lay precepts) with Rev. Myō Lahey in 2010 and Shukke Tokudo (priest ordination) with Rev. Kyosho Valorie Beer in 2023. Preparatory to ordination\, he completed two practice periods at Green Gulch Farm Zen Center and he has recently returned from his first post-ordination practice period\, again at Green Gulch Farm. \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/practice-talk-by-shokan-clem-spring-speaker-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr.\, 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:20250327T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250327T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211551Z
UID:19127-1743055200-1743060600@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-2023-06-29/2025-03-27/
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:20250327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250327T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T212000Z
UID:18776-1743062400-1743066000@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-2023-09-28/2025-03-27/
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:20250331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250117T201904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T201904Z
UID:19361-1743447600-1743454800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Rev. So’on Jim Hare (Hybrid\, Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Rev. So’on Jim Hare serves as Tanto\, or head of practice. He lived in the San Francisco Zen Center community from 1980 to 1984 and was lay ordained by Tenshin Reb Anderson in 1985. He served as Head Student at Green Gulch Farm during the spring 2002 practice period\, and was priest ordained by Rev. Myo Lahey in 2016. \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-soon-jim-hare-speaker-in-person-8-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr.\, 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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250401T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250128T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T011311Z
UID:19391-1743530400-1743535800@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Practicing With The Precepts: A Study Group Series (In Person Only)
DESCRIPTION:PRACTICING WITH THE PRECEPTS\n– A Study Group Series – \nTeacher:  Rev. Paravrtti Doralee Grindler Katonah\nTuesday evenings\, 6 – 7:30 pm\n     (March 4\, 18;  April 1 \,15\, 29;  May 13\, 2025)\nRegister at  Ino@valleystreamszen.org \n• A commitment to attend each session is expected.\n• Recommended dana: $50 \nThe Precepts\, offered by the Buddha\, are descriptions of enlightened\, wholehearted living\, naturally expressing compassionate and wise action\, and open presence – a way of life dedicated to relieving suffering and realizing the truth of the interconnectedness of all living beings. \nThe Precepts reveal infinite possibilities of living an awakened reality. Through learning to interact with the Precepts\, we set in motion a process of character development that will transform our lives. Through engagement and inquiry\, we open a process of spiritual growth. We are given mirrors of the many ways we restrict our lives and turn away from letting go of self. \nDuring our time together we will invite the precepts into our meditation practice\, witness how they interact and transform our everyday experiences\, and develop our capacity to receive guidance and insight from within. Together we will explore the multilayered meanings of each precept in an open and safe environment. This group is open to all who want to devote time and practice to this study together. \nWe will meet biweekly for 6 sessions. Our primary text will be Opening to Oneness – A Practical Guide to the Zen Precepts\, by Nancy Mujo Baker (2023). Additional commentaries will be offered. \nRev. Doralee Grindler Katonah\, Psy.D.\, M.Div. has been a student of ethics\, both through her work as a clinical psychologist\, her study of philosophy in undergraduate university\, as a graduate student in the history of religions\, and her 40-year study of Buddhism. She serves as Ino or head of the meditation hall for Valley Streams Zen Sangha. She studies in the Soto Zen Lineage of Sojun Diane Martin\, founder and guiding teacher of Udumbarra Zen Center in Illinois and Rev. Val Szymanski\, founder and head priest of Bamboo in the Wind Zen Sangha in 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 May 2022. \n*Three Pure Precepts\nI vow to refrain from all evil.\nI vow to make every effort to live in enlightenment.\nI vow to live and be lived for the benefit of all beings. \n*Ten Essential Precepts\nI vow not to kill; rather cultivate and encourage life.\nI vow not to take what is not given; rather cultivate generosity.\nI vow not to misuse sexuality\, rather cultivate and encourage honest and caring relationships.\nI vow to refrain from false speech; rather cultivate and encourage truthful communication.\nI vow to refrain from intoxicants; rather cultivate and encourage clarity.\nI vow not to slander; rather cultivate and encourage respectful speech.\nI vow not to praise self at the expense of others; rather cultivate and encourage self and others to abide in their awakened nature.\nI vow not to be avaricious; rather cultivate and encourage mutual support.\nI vow not to harbor ill will; rather cultivate and encourage lovingkindness and understanding.\nI vow not to disparage the Three Treasures; rather cultivate and encourage awakening\, the path and teaching of awakening and the community that takes refuge in awakening. \n*excerpted from online document at San Francisco Zen Center.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/practicing-with-the-precepts-a-study-group-series-in-person-only/2025-04-01/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Classes,In-Person Event,Study Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250403T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250403T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211552Z
UID:19128-1743660000-1743665400@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-2023-06-29/2025-04-03/
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:20250403T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250403T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T212001Z
UID:18777-1743667200-1743670800@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-2023-09-28/2025-04-03/
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:20250405T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250116T215300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201341Z
UID:19309-1743841800-1743870600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:One-day Retreat (CANCELED)
DESCRIPTION:We have had to cancel our one-day sitting for April 5th.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.  We hope to see you at our next retreat on Saturday\, May 3.
URL:https://valleystreamszen.org/event/one-day-retreat-buddhas-birthday-celebration-in-person-only/
LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center\, Sacramento Dharma Center\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,CLOSED,One-Day Sitting
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley Streams Zen Sangha":MAILTO:info@valleystreamszen.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250116T221109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T221109Z
UID:19313-1744052400-1744059600@valleystreamszen.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Talk by Rev. Tova Green (Hybrid\, Speaker in Person)
DESCRIPTION:Tova Green\, she/her\, is a resident priest at San Francisco Zen Center. She was ordained in 2003 and received Dharma transmission from Eijun Linda Cutts in 2015. Tova is the Branching Streams Director\, supporting and connecting the 75+ Zen Centers and sanghas in the Suzuki Roshi lineage. She also writes blogs for SFZC’s online newsletter\, Sangha News. Tova co-founded SFZC’s Queer Dharma group and has been involved in Diversity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging initiatives during her twenty-four years as a resident. She has worked with those who are approaching death as a hospice social worker and as a priest. Tova enjoys reading and writing poetry and playing the cello. \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-tova-green-hybrid-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:20250410T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T073000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20221028T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T211553Z
UID:19129-1744264800-1744270200@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-2023-06-29/2025-04-10/
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:20250410T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20230521T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T212002Z
UID:18778-1744272000-1744275600@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-2023-09-28/2025-04-10/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250414T184000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20220412T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T200106Z
UID:16290-1744653600-1744656000@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-2022-03-14-2022-04-11-2022-12-12/2025-04-14/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142618
CREATED:20250116T221526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T002618Z
UID:19343-1744657200-1744664400@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-9-2/
LOCATION:Valley Streams Zen Sangha\, Sacramento Dharma Center 3111 Wisseman Dr.\, 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
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR