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Introduction to Zen

Please join us at 10:30 AM for an Introduction to Zen on April 7th.  This orientation is intended primarily for individuals  new to Zen practice,  as well as experienced practitioners who have  questions about their contemplative practice.  This informal get together takes place on the first Saturday of the month,  lasting  about 90 minutes.

Oryoki Training

If you plan on attending Sesshin on April 14th please join Ken Simpson for Oryoki training on Friday, April 13th at 6 p.m. Oryoki is the traditional way that Japanese monks eat their food in monasteries.

One Day Meditation Retreat (Sesshin)

Kannon Do will host a one-day meditation retreat, or Sesshin on April 14th. This day of mindfulness offers a rare opportunity to turn our awareness to the simple activities that sustain our lives, and that we normally take for granted: breathing, walking, eating, being attentive to the workings of our mind.

Sangha Meeting

Please join us for the Sangha meeting held in the Sangha house at 10: 30 a.m. on April 21st.  Everyone is welcome.

Guest Speaker: Phillipe

Please join us for Phillipe Alexis' Dharma talk after zazen (at 7: 10 p.m.) on Wednesday, May 2nd.

Intro to Zen

Please join us at 10:30 AM for an Introduction to Zen on May 5th.  This orientation is intended primarily for individuals  new to Zen practice,  as well as experienced practitioners who have  questions about their contemplative practice.  This informal get together takes place on the first Saturday of the month,  lasting  about 90 minutes.

Garden Day

Please join Meghan, Lee, and others for a Garden Work Day on Saturday, May 5th at 10: 30 a.m. The backyard is looking good, and flowers in bloom are more visible than weeds. The courtyard and front plantings also have been tended, but all areas need to get continuing care to look their best.

Welcoming Ceremony for Vanessa

Please join us for a ceremony to welcome Vanessa Able to Suzuki-Roshi’s lineage on Saturday, May 12th at 11 a.m.

Sangha Meeting

Please join us for the Sangha meeting held in the Sangha house at 10: 30 a.m. on May 19th.  Everyone is welcome.

Oryoki Training

If you plan on attending Sesshin on June 9th please join Victor Legge for Oryoki training on Saturday, June 2nd at 10:20 a.m. Oryoki is the traditional way that Japanese monks eat their food in monasteries.