If it’s your first visit:

Simply arrive 10-15 minutes before any scheduled program. Ring the doorbell on the Mill Street porch and let folks know it’s your first visit. There will be someone assigned to show you where to put your coats, shoes and valuables. You’ll join in a short introduction to Zen meditation, then join the group for meditation, silent tea on Tuesday, a Dharma talk, and closing chants. You will be given an opportunity to speak with the teacher privately (dokusan). All programs are offered free of charge, donations greatly appreciated. 

Schedule

Current programs are, 6:50 - 8:45 p.m. each Tuesday evening and on Sunday from 10:15 a.m. to noon. On Wednesday's we have silent meditation (in-person only) from 6:30-7:30 a.m. Doors open for a few moments before each meditation period. Once at 6:25 and again at 7:00 a.m. Temple cleaning day is Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. but you can stay as long as you are able. Lunch is provided and you can stay as long as you are able. On Saturdays we have a virtual meditation session. Please see the Calendar page for further information.

We encourage everyone to consider attending our retreats as they create the container for deeper practice together. 

2026 Dates:

• Spring Kosesshin, will be female/non-binary lead — open to all, April 17-19.

• Fall Sesshin October 14-18.

• Rohatsu Sesshin December 4-6.

Please see the teacher to request entry.

Costs are covered for all formal students (included in their monthly pledges) and for donors at the $50 per month level and above. Please email the secretary at secretary.szcboard@gmail.com to register. 

A La Carte retreat fees are $150 for three-day retreats and $225 for five-day retreats. Limited scholarships are available.

On the first day all retreats begin at 7:00 p.m. and conclude at noon on the final day (followed by an optional lunch and an invitation to socialize).