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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Board meeting to be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday\, August 1st.  Everyone is welcome.  The meeting will be in a hybrid format (in-person and online). \nFor those who cannot attend in-person\, please join via Zoom: \nClicking this link will enable you to join the meeting without entering a password: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/6067111411?pwd=aWtVNWdSZ2RIRkdQUEM5eHV5Wkhkdz09 \nOr you may join by entering in the meeting id and password manually: \nMeeting ID: 606 711 1411\nPasscode: 100088\nOne tap mobile\n+16699006833\,\,6067111411#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,100088# \nDuring  these monthly meetings\, the Kannon Do board – and other members and friends who attend – review the operations of our center and ensure that all necessary tasks are being taken care of. \nThe agenda includes  a review of Kannon Do’s financial status\, reports on projects underway\, identification and action plans for new tasks\,  reports on the results of past special events\, and discussion of upcoming events. \nThe meeting is a good way to learn how Kannon Do is managed and provides an opportunity to help take care of our center so that it continues to run smoothly. \n 
URL:https://kannondo.org/event/sangha-meeting-36/
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SUMMARY:Zen Lab: Zen & AI Technology in Service of Human Flourishing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Zen Lab—a community exploring the intersection of Zen\, technology\, and working life in Silicon Valley. \nFree admission\, no need to register  \nZOOM LINK \nWilliam Thomas\n​This month\, Rev. William Thomas will lead the discussion. He is a Sōtō Zen priest\, founder of Zen Lab\, and researcher exploring the dialogue between contemplative practice and psychology. His work explores how Zen can support leadership\, innovation\, and well-being in Silicon Valley’s technology workplace. \n​William is also the founder of the Dharma Bridge Project\, an international interdisciplinary research initiative exploring the intersection of Buddhist contemplative traditions\, psychology\, and neuroscience. \n​Drawing on more than a decade of Zen practice\, his training under Les Kaye\, a renowned Sōtō Zen teacher\, former IBM executive\, and pioneer of bringing Zen into Silicon Valley’s professional culture\, William will explore how Zen can inform the future of AI and what it means to build technology in service of human flourishing. \n​The evening includes: \n​🧘 A 10-minute silent meditation \n​🎤 A talk exploring the evening’s theme \n​💬 An open group discussion \n​🍵 Tea\, snacks\, and informal conversation \n​Join us at Kannon Do Zen Meditation Center\, a historic space that has quietly welcomed many of Silicon Valley’s innovators\, including Steve Jobs. \nSchedule: \n6:30pm Intro to meditation \n6:45pm Short sitting \n7:00pm Talk \n7:30pm Discussion \n8:00pm Wrap up \n  \n 
URL:https://kannondo.org/event/zen-lab-ai/
CATEGORIES:Zen Work Lab
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SUMMARY:In-person Dharma Talk: Dan Zigmond
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday evening\, August 5th\, Dan Zigmond\, Zen teacher\, executive coach\, and Board Chair of San Francisco Zen Center\, will give an in-person dharma talk followed by a discussion. \nDan Zigmond is a Zen teacher and executive coach. For three decades\, he worked as a technology executive and data scientist in Silicon Valley\, leading teams at Apple\, Facebook\, Instagram\, Google\, Microsoft\, and a variety of startups. He was ordained by Kobun Chino Otogawa Roshi in 1998 and formally completed his training by performing zuise at Eiheiji and Sojiji in 2025. He teaches meditation regularly on the faculty of the Esalen Institute and serves as a trustee of both the San Francisco Zen Center and Naropa University. His most recent book is Buddha’s Office: The Ancient Art of Waking Up While Working Well (Running Press\, 2019). \nFor those wishing to join us via Zoom: \nClicking this link will enable you to join the meeting without entering a password: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/6067111411?pwd=aWtVNWdSZ2RIRkdQUEM5eHV5Wkhkdz09 \nOr you may join by entering in the meeting id and password manually: \nMeeting ID: 606 711 1411\nPasscode: 100088\nOne tap mobile\n+16699006833\,\,6067111411#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,100088# \nDuring the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area\, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded. \nKannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom) \n7:10 pm to 7:50 – Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)\n7:50 pm to 8:00 pm – Service (We will be connecting with the Zendo)\n7:55 pm to 9:00 pm – Dharma talk and Q&A \n 
URL:https://kannondo.org/event/in-person-dharma-talk-dan-zigmond/
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SUMMARY:Zen Discussion Group: Introducing Zen for Modern Lives
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to an informal evening with a short meditation and a discussion for those interested in learning about the Zen tradition. \nSpend some time with people who know the Zen forms and learn how to sit zazen in our beautiful space. Ask questions and learn about Kannon Do’s history and traditions. Discover how Zen practice can supplement your life. Find out how Buddhism may fit within our contemporary society. Be part of a dynamic local community within the Mountain View Area. Tea and snacks provided. \nSchedule: \n6:30pm – Welcome and introduction to Zen practice\n6:50pm – Quiet zazen sitting\n7:10pm – Background on Kannon Do\, and a short discussion\n7:40pm – Break for chatting and refreshments
URL:https://kannondo.org/event/zen-discussion-group-introducing-zen-for-modern-lives-25/
LOCATION:Kannon Do\, 1972 Rock Street\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Zen Discussion Group
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SUMMARY:I Had a Good Teacher Book Discussion
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday evening\, August 12th\, please join us for a discussion of  our abbot emeritus Les Kaye’s  latest book I Had a Good Teacher. It was named by SpiritualityandPractice.com as one of the Best Spiritual Books of 2025. Kigen Anna Breckenridge will lead a discussion of Chapter 5 titled The Meaning of Activity. \nFor more information about the book and where it can be purchased\, please see here. \nFor those wishing to join us via Zoom: \nClicking this link will enable you to join the meeting without entering a password:. \nhttps://zoom.us/j/6067111411?pwd=aWtVNWdSZ2RIRkdQUEM5eHV5Wkhkdz09 \nOr you may join by entering in the meeting id and password manually: \nMeeting ID: 606 711 1411\nPasscode: 100088\nOne tap mobile\n+16699006833\,\,6067111411#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,100088# \nDuring the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area\, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded. \nKannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom) \n7:10 pm to 7:50 – Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)\n7:50 pm to 7:55 pm – Service (We will be connecting with the Zendo)\n7:55 pm to 9:00 pm – Dharma talk and Q&A \n 
URL:https://kannondo.org/event/i-had-a-good-teacher-book-discussion-2/
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SUMMARY:In-person Dharma Talk:  Myogen Neal Shorstein
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday evening\, August 19th\, Myogen Neal Shorstein\, ophthalmologist\, researcher\, and Zen Buddhist priest in the Everyday Zen sangha will give an in-person dharma talk followed by a discussion. \nMyogen Neal Shorstein was ordained in 2018 by Zoketsu Norman Fischer and was shuso for the Spring practice period for Everyday Zen in 2023. Neal has led meditation groups for physicians and stroke recovery patients at Kaiser Permanente in Walnut Creek\, California. He has volunteered with Berkeley-based Seva Foundation sharing advanced cataract surgery skills while learning local techniques in Asia and South America since 2005. Dr. Shorstein has authored over 25 peer-reviewed articles in the field of cataract surgery and has lectured on these topics throughout the country and Europe. \nFor those wishing to join us via Zoom: \nClicking this link will enable you to join the meeting without entering a password: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/6067111411?pwd=aWtVNWdSZ2RIRkdQUEM5eHV5Wkhkdz09 \nOr you may join by entering in the meeting id and password manually: \nMeeting ID: 606 711 1411\nPasscode: 100088\nOne tap mobile\n+16699006833\,\,6067111411#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,100088# \nDuring the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area\, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded. \nKannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom) \n7:10 pm to 7:50 – Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)\n7:50 pm to 8:00 pm – Service (We will be connecting with the Zendo)\n7:55 pm to 9:00 pm – Dharma talk and Q&A \n 
URL:https://kannondo.org/event/in-person-dharma-talk-myogen-neal-shorstein-3/
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SUMMARY:In-person Priest Ordination (Tokudo) Ceremony for Peter Dolan
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Saturday August 22nd at 2 p.m. for a Priest Ordination (Tokudo) Ceremony for Peter Dolan.  \nAlternatively\, please join us via Zoom: \nClicking this link will enable you to join the meeting without entering a password: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/6067111411?pwd=aWtVNWdSZ2RIRkdQUEM5eHV5Wkhkdz09 \nOr you may join by entering in the meeting id and password manually: \nMeeting ID: 606 711 1411\nPasscode: 100088\nOne tap mobile\n+16699006833\,\,6067111411#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,100088# \n 
URL:https://kannondo.org/event/in-person-priest-ordination-tokudo-ceremony-for-peter/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T195500
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SUMMARY:In-person Way Seeking Mind Talk: Dan Geiger
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday evening\, August 26th\, Dan Geiger will give an in-person Way Seeking Mind talk followed by a discussion. \nPlease join us via Zoom: \nClicking this link will enable you to join the meeting without entering a password: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/6067111411?pwd=aWtVNWdSZ2RIRkdQUEM5eHV5Wkhkdz09 \nOr you may join by entering in the meeting id and password manually: \nMeeting ID: 606 711 1411\nPasscode: 100088\nOne tap mobile\n+16699006833\,\,6067111411#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,100088# \nDuring the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area\, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded. \nKannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom) \n7:10 pm to 7:50 – Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)\n7:50 pm to 8:00 pm – Service (We will be connecting with the Zendo)\n7:55 pm to 9:00 pm – Dharma talk and Q&A
URL:https://kannondo.org/event/in-person-dharma-talk-dan-geiger-3/
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Thursday\, August 27th for an evening of ancient tradition and mindful movement under the light of the full moon.  We will begin with short 20 minute Zazen. \n– Time: 7:10 – 8:00 PM \n– Location: Kannon Do\, 1972 Rock St\, Mountain View\, CA 94043 \nThe Full Moon Ceremony\, known as Ryaku Fusatsu\, is a sacred Buddhist tradition dating back 2\,500 years. It’s rooted in Uposatha Days and is used to renew our vows and realign our intentions. We gather to practice mindfulness through physical and vocal participation. The ceremony will be led by Travis Marsot. \n– Chant & Response: We’ll engage in melodic chanting. The leader will offer a line\, and the community will respond\, creating a meditative flow of sound. \n– Prostrations: We’ll perform traditional prostrations\, a practice of grounding and humility that connects our physical presence to our spiritual path. \n 
URL:https://kannondo.org/event/full-moon-ceremony-4/
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