Valley Streams Zen Sangha

Study Group (Hybrid)
2026-10-08 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-10-15 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-10-22 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-10-29 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-11-05 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-11-12 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-11-19 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-11-26 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 4 more dates | Sacramento Dharma Center, Sacramento Dharma Center, 3111 Wissemann Drive, Sacramento, CA, 95826, United States
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.
To join the Thursday morning study group, email the coordinator, Rollin Ives, twl4148@gmail.com

Introduction to Zen Meditation (In Person Only)
2026-10-12 18:00 - 18:40, 2026-11-09 18:00 - 18:40
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.
Following 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.
* Meets in the Library at Sacramento Dharma Center.
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Morning Zazen and Service (Hybrid)
2026-10-15 06:00 - 07:30, 2026-10-22 06:00 - 07:30, 2026-10-29 06:00 - 07:30, 2026-11-05 06:00 - 07:30, 2026-11-12 06:00 - 07:30, 2026-11-19 06:00 - 07:30, 2026-11-26 06:00 - 07:30, 2026-12-03 06:00 - 07:30 and 3 more dates
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.
6:00 am – Zazen (sitting meditation)
6:30 am – Kinhin (walking meditation)
6:40 am – Zazen
7:10 am – Morning Service
Please 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.
•Zoom meeting link
•Chants used in our morning service (SFZC website)

Sangha Annual Meeting & Potluck Brunch (In Person Only)
2026-10-24 10:00 - 13:00
You are invited to Valley Streams Zen Sangha’s Annual Meeting and potluck brunch. Spouses, partners, friends, and family—all are welcome. Gather in the West Lobby at 10 a.m. to share a meal and each other’s company. After the brunch, the 2026-2027 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.

CLOSED for New Year's Day
2027-01-01
