Year of Kindness: A2Z Weekly Meditation Group
Jan
5
to Dec 28

Year of Kindness: A2Z Weekly Meditation Group

2026 is A2Z’s Year of Kindness! Monday night weekly meditation gathering will focus on the practice of kindness from a Buddhist perspective. Newcomers welcome!

Together in sangha, we are enjoying a Year of Kindness. Each week we begin with 30 minutes of meditation led by Rev. Liên. Then, teachings are shared by Rev. Liên, appropriate and relevant to the current time. Special offerings on Monday nights such as Releasing/Letting Go Into Kind Speech, and Precepts series, will be updated on our Events page and Home page.

DATE
Every Monday evening in 2026.
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

In-person 1st and 3rd Mondays (unless otherwise noted) and online always. Check the Meditation Weekly group page for the Zoom link. Always check the page for any changes in scheduling.

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Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Feb
12
to Mar 19

Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

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A 6-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of us Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with these fundamental 5 Precepts:

Not Killing / Promote Non-Harming

Not Stealing / Promote Mutuality

Not Misusing Sexuality / Promote Intimacy

Not Lying / Promote Honoring Truths

Not Intoxicating / Promote Clear Heart-Mind

Week 6: Onward Commitment & Support to Enacting Our Values

In Buddhist practice, the Precepts are offered as a means to protect oneself and others from careless actions of body, speech and mind. When we live, committed to being guided by these values in tangible ways, the possibility for loving interactions rises.

Our aim is to create a community/sangha in which we can receive guidance from Buddhist teachings, establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with these values in our complex times, and then have a “take-away” practice and set of precepts to nourish us for the coming week.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
6 Thursdays: February 12th - March 19th.
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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Releasing/Letting Go Into Kind Speech, 3-Week Series
Mar
2
to Mar 16

Releasing/Letting Go Into Kind Speech, 3-Week Series

A space to foster speech that promotes connection in divisive times

The Dharma offers us ways to have full awareness of skillful and connecting speech. Each week we’ll gather to engage in practices guided by the qualities laid out in the teachings on kindness (metta) and compassion (karuna) from the Brahma Viharas and Skillful Speech from the Eightfold Path. Rev. Liên emphasizes that unconditional kindness does not mean giving up our sense of self, and in fact kindness begins with a practice of kindness towards self that many find challenging! Sessions will include meditation on that week’s teaching topic and then rounds of Deep Listening, a practice which offers us the opportunity to experience giving and receiving complete attention while listening and talking/sharing.

DATE
3 Mondays

March 2nd (hybrid), March 9th (online only), March 16th (hybrid)
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

In-person at A2Z Studio: 1252 Valencia Street, Suite A

Online only on March 9th, Zoom.

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Precept No. 5 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Mar
12
9:00 AM09:00

Precept No. 5 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 5 (Not Intoxicating / Clear Heart-Mind) of a 6-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of us Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts. This week, Precept 5, will be led by Rahil Rojiani, MD.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday March 12th
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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Embracing Change: Zen & the Art of Creating a Life You Want
Mar
14
9:30 AM09:30

Embracing Change: Zen & the Art of Creating a Life You Want

Would you like to be more settled, intentional & mindful as you re-engage with the world?

Change can be hard; even if it’s something we want or are excited about.

At times like these, pausing to connect to teachings both from Zen Buddhism and from the motivational field can help. Join Rev. Liên for a daylong workshop in which we’ll explore how to incorporate both meditative practices and behavior-change skills in order to find stability and centeredness; to support you to be fully present and aware for whatever comes your way.

DATE
Saturday, March 14th 2026.
9:30am-3:30pm Pacific Time


LOCATION
IN-PERSON ONLY w/ East Bay Meditation Center

285 17th St., Oakland CA 94612

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3/16, Releasing/Letting Go Into Kind Speech, Monday Night Series
Mar
16
6:00 PM18:00

3/16, Releasing/Letting Go Into Kind Speech, Monday Night Series

A space to foster speech that promotes connection in divisive times.

The Dharma offers us ways to have full awareness of skillful and connecting speech. Each week we’ll gather to engage in practices guided by the qualities laid out in the teachings on kindness (metta) and compassion (karuna) from the Brahma Viharas and Skillful Speech from the Eightfold Path. Rev. Liên emphasizes that unconditional kindness does not mean giving up our sense of self or sense of safety, and in fact kindness begins with a practice of kindness towards self! Sessions will include meditation on that week’s teaching topic and then rounds of Deep Listening, a practice which offers us the opportunity to experience giving and receiving complete attention while listening and talking/sharing.

DATE
March 16th (in-person and online)
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

In-person at A2Z Studio: 1252 Valencia Street, Suite A

And on Zoom

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Enacting Our Values - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Mar
19
9:00 AM09:00

Enacting Our Values - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

The last week of a 6-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of us Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts. This week Rev. Liên will lead space on how to enact our values in our daily lives going forward, and will offer teachings on the interconnection of all the Precepts.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday March 19th
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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3/23 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online
Mar
23
6:00 PM18:00

3/23 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is open to all! Newcomers welcome!

Together in sangha, we are enjoying virtual time in practice and study together. Each week we begin with 30 minutes of meditation led by Rev. Liên. Then, Rev teaches on a relevant topic for the group.

DATE
March 23rd
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

Join online by Zoom (click the button below for the link).

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A2Z Practice Day: 1-Day Silent Retreat (Hybrid)
Mar
28
9:00 AM09:00

A2Z Practice Day: 1-Day Silent Retreat (Hybrid)

Rev Liên will lead a 1-day silent retreat, open to those with prior meditation experience.

Register ASAP if joining in-person as space is limited. Register by March 25th if joining online.

The day will consist of periods of meditation, a break for bag lunch (participants will bring their own) on-site, and light guidance by Rev. Liên as needed.

See the below link for full info!

DATE
Saturday, March 28
9am - 5pm PT

Online AND in-person

1252 Valencia Street, Suite A, San Francisco, CA 94612. (about 2 blocks from the 24th Street Bart Station). Since we are trying out in-person again on a trial basis, unfortunately, our space is not wheelchair accessible at this time. We apologize for this lack of access.  

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EBMC Alphabet Sangha (Online)
Mar
31
7:00 PM19:00

EBMC Alphabet Sangha (Online)

Meditation and dharma talk for LGBTQIA+ folx

Rev. Liên will lead meditation and give a dharma talk at this weekly gathering at East Bay Meditation Center for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Non-Binary, Two-Spirit, Queer, Intersex, Same-Gender Loving, Questioning (LGBTQIA+) and all of the other letters of the queer alphabet communities.

DATE
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
7:00pm-8:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION
Online

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Series 2, Precept No. 1 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Apr
2
9:00 AM09:00

Series 2, Precept No. 1 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 1 (Not-Killing / Promoting Non-Harming) of a 5-week practice and study course (series 2) to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of GenX Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts. This week, Precept 1, will be led by Satya Robyn.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday April 2nd
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times: 2nd Series (Online)
Apr
2
to Apr 30

Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times: 2nd Series (Online)

The 2nd series of the Precepts of Skillful Engagement offering! A 5-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of us Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with these fundamental 5 Precepts:

Not Killing / Promote Non-Harming (4/2)

Not Stealing / Promote Mutuality (4/9)

Not Misusing Sexuality / Promote Intimacy (4/16)

Not Lying / Promote Honoring Truths (4/23)

Not Intoxicating / Promote Clear Heart-Mind (4/30)

In Buddhist practice, the Precepts are offered as a means to protect oneself and others from careless actions of body, speech and mind. When we live, committed to being guided by these values in tangible ways, the possibility for loving interactions rises.

Our aim is to create a community/sangha in which we can receive guidance from Buddhist teachings, establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with these values in our complex times, and then have a “take-away” practice and set of precepts to nourish us for the coming week.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
5 Thursdays: April 2nd - April 30th.
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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Berkeley Zen Center Dharma Talk (Hybrid)
Apr
4
10:15 AM10:15

Berkeley Zen Center Dharma Talk (Hybrid)

Dharma talk with Berkeley Zen Center.

Rev. will be giving an online dharma talk at Berkeley Zen Center. The talk begins at 10:15am, and you can join the rest of the BZC morning meditation schedule if you’d like. Learn more on their website below.

DATE
Saturday, April 4, 2026
10:15-11:15am Pacific Time

LOCATION
Berkeley Zen Center: 1933 Russell Street

& Online

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Series 2, Precept No. 2 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Apr
9
9:00 AM09:00

Series 2, Precept No. 2 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 2 (Not Stealing / Promoting Mutuality) of a 5-week practice and study course (series 2) to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of GenX Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts. This week, Precept 2, will be led by Nina La Rosa.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday April 9th
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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Series 2, Precept No. 3 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Apr
16
9:00 AM09:00

Series 2, Precept No. 3 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 3 (Not Misusing Sexuality / Promoting Intimacy) of a 5-week practice and study course (series 2) to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of GenX Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts. This week, Precept 3, will be led by Rev. Liên Shutt.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday April 16th
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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Facilitating Center for Understanding in Conflict Intensive (Closed event)
Apr
17
to Oct 30

Facilitating Center for Understanding in Conflict Intensive (Closed event)

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Rev. Liên will be teaching at the Center for Understanding in Conflict’s program, Self-Reflection for Conflict Professionals Intensive.

This is a closed event. Reach out if you’d like to have Rev as a guest teacher at your next contemplative training!

info.access2zen@gmail.com.

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Half-Day Meditation Retreat at Insight Meditation Center (in-person)
Apr
22
9:30 AM09:30

Half-Day Meditation Retreat at Insight Meditation Center (in-person)

Join Rev. Liên at Insight Meditation Center for a half-day meditation retreat.

This half-day will consist of periods of meditation, a dharmette offering, temple cleaning, and an informal bag-lunch gathering before parting ways.

DATE
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
9:30am-1:00pm

LOCATION
108 Birch Street, Redwood City

Insight Meditation Center

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Series 2, Precept No. 4 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Apr
23
9:00 AM09:00

Series 2, Precept No. 4 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 4 (Not Lying / Honoring Truths) of a 5-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of GenX Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts. This week, Precept 4, will be led by Yenkuei Chuang.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday April 23rd
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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Series 2, Precept No. 5 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Apr
30
9:00 AM09:00

Series 2, Precept No. 5 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 5 (Not Intoxicating / Clear Heart-Mind) of a 5-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of GenX Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts. This week, Precept 5, will be led by Kim Allen.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday April 30th
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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Gay Buddhist Fellowship Dharma Talk (Hybrid)
May
10
10:30 AM10:30

Gay Buddhist Fellowship Dharma Talk (Hybrid)

Join Rev at the San Francisco Gay Buddhist Fellowship in person for a dharma talk.

GBF welcomes people of all races, backgrounds, and gender and sexual identities: BIPOC, men, women, LGB, Trans People, differing educational and economic backgrounds, and differently abled.  

DATE
Sunday, May 10th
10:30am-12:00pm Pacific Time

LOCATION
We gather at the San Francisco Buddhist Center at 37 Bartlett Street in San Francisco’s Mission District. 

Bartlett Street is between Mission & Valencia. Look for the red door near 21st Street.

Or join on Zoom

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EBMC BIPOC Sangha, meditation and dharma talk with Rev Liên (Online)
May
14
7:00 PM19:00

EBMC BIPOC Sangha, meditation and dharma talk with Rev Liên (Online)

Join the East Bay Meditation Center BIPOC Sangha, to enjoy meditation and a dharma talk with Reverend Liên!

Open to all BIPOC practitioners and newcomers. Go to EBMC’s website to learn details of how to join virtually.

DATE
Thursday, May 14th
7:00pm-8:30pm Pacific Time


LOCATION
Online w/ East Bay Meditation Center

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Kindness 5-day Silent Retreat (In-person and Online)
Jun
13
to Jun 20

Kindness 5-day Silent Retreat (In-person and Online)

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Join Rev. Liên Shutt at Big Springs Garden Retreat Center for a week-long silent retreat, with the A2Z 2026 theme, kindness.

The third annual Access to Zen week-long silent retreat is scheduled for June 13th - June 20th at Big Springs Garden Retreat Center, Sierra City. This silent Insight-Zen hybrid style retreat will be an opportunity for our sangha to gather and take time and space to connect with the capacity for kindness to ourselves and each other that is inside all of us.

DATE
Saturday, June 13th - Saturday, June 20th

*The first & last days are travel and sangha days, bookending the 5-day silent retreat.

LOCATION
Big Springs Garden Retreat Center - Sierra City, CA

Online participation available as well.

More info coming soon!
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Half-Day Meditation Retreat at Insight Meditation Center (in-person)
Aug
5
9:30 AM09:30

Half-Day Meditation Retreat at Insight Meditation Center (in-person)

Join Rev. Liên at Insight Meditation Center for a half-day meditation retreat.

This half-day will consist of periods of meditation, a dharmette offering, temple cleaning, and an informal bag-lunch gathering before parting ways.

DATE
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
9:30am-1:00pm

LOCATION
108 Birch Street, Redwood City

Insight Meditation Center

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EBMC BIPOC Sangha, meditation and dharma talk with Rev Liên (Online)
Aug
13
7:00 PM19:00

EBMC BIPOC Sangha, meditation and dharma talk with Rev Liên (Online)

Join the East Bay Meditation Center BIPOC Sangha, to enjoy meditation and a dharma talk with Reverend Liên!

Open to all BIPOC practitioners and newcomers. Go to EBMC’s website to learn details of how to join virtually.

DATE
Thursday, August 13th
7:00pm-8:30pm Pacific Time


LOCATION
Online w/ East Bay Meditation Center

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3/9, Releasing/Letting Go Into Kind Speech, Monday Night Series
Mar
9
6:00 PM18:00

3/9, Releasing/Letting Go Into Kind Speech, Monday Night Series

Join to practice kind speech!

The Dharma offers us ways to have full awareness of skillful and connecting speech. Each week we’ll gather to engage in practices guided by the qualities laid out in the teachings on kindness (metta) and compassion (karuna) from the Brahma Viharas and Skillful Speech from the Eightfold Path. Sessions will included meditation on that week’s teaching topic and then rounds of Deep Listening, a practice which offers us the opportunity to experience giving and receiving complete attention while listening and talking/sharing.

DATE
3 Monday night series

March 9th (online only)
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

Zoom

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Precept No. 4 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Mar
5
9:00 AM09:00

Precept No. 4 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 4 (Not Lying / Honoring Truths) of a 6-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of us Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts. This week, Precept 4, will be led by bruni dávila.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday March 5th
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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3/2, Releasing/Letting Go Into Kind Speech, Monday Night Series
Mar
2
6:00 PM18:00

3/2, Releasing/Letting Go Into Kind Speech, Monday Night Series

Join to practice kind speech!

The Dharma offers us ways to have full awareness of skillful and connecting speech. Each week we’ll gather to engage in practices guided by the qualities laid out in the teachings on kindness (metta) and compassion (karuna) from the Brahma Viharas and Skillful Speech from the Eightfold Path. Sessions will included meditation on that week’s teaching topic and then rounds of Deep Listening, a practice which offers us the opportunity to experience giving and receiving complete attention while listening and talking/sharing.

DATE
3 Monday night series

March 2nd (in-person and online)
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

In-person at A2Z Studio: 1252 Valencia Street, Suite A

And on Zoom

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Precept No. 3 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Feb
26
9:00 AM09:00

Precept No. 3 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 3 (Not Misusing Sexuality / Intimacy) of a 6-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of us Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts. This week will be led by Rev. Willie Shōmon Mukei.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday February 26th
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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2/23 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online
Feb
23
6:00 PM18:00

2/23 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is open to all! Newcomers welcome!

Together in sangha, we are enjoying virtual time in practice and study together. Each week we begin with 30 minutes of meditation led by Rev. Liên. Then, Rev teaches on a relevant topic for the group.

DATE
February 23rd
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

Join online by Zoom (click the button below for the link).

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Precept No. 2 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Feb
19
9:00 AM09:00

Precept No. 2 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 2 (Not Stealing / Promoting Mutuality) of a 6-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of us Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday February 19th
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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Precept No. 1 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)
Feb
12
9:00 AM09:00

Precept No. 1 - Precepts for Skillful Engagement in Turbulent Times (Online)

Week 1 (Not-Killing / Promoting Non-Harming) of a 6-week practice and study course to help us establish a shared space for exploring the nuances of living with love-centered values in our complex times.

In these turbulent times, a group of us Dharma teachers would like to offer this series to engage with the fundamental 5 Precepts.


You are invited to join for the full series or as a drop-in. Please be prepared for a variety of practices. Also note, BIPOCs voices and experiences are forwarded.

DATE
Thursday February 12th
9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET


LOCATION
Online

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2/9 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online
Feb
9
6:00 PM18:00

2/9 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is open to all! Newcomers welcome!

Together in sangha, we are enjoying virtual time in practice and study together. Each week we begin with 30 minutes of meditation led by Rev. Liên. Then, Rev teaches on a relevant topic for the group.

DATE
February 9th
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

Join online by Zoom (click the button below for the link).

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No Barriers Zen, Dharma Talk & Meditation (Online)
Feb
7
7:00 AM07:00

No Barriers Zen, Dharma Talk & Meditation (Online)

Meditation and dharma talk with No Barriers Zen!

Rev. will be giving an online dharma talk at No Barriers Zen as part of their ongoing Saturday Morning Zazen program. There is a full meditation schedule before the talk as well. The talk will be ASL interpreted.

DATE
Saturday, February 7, 2026
7:00am - 9:30am Pacific Time / 10am -12:30pm Eastern Time

LOCATION
Online

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2/2 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Guest Teacher Rebecca Nie!
Feb
2
6:00 PM18:00

2/2 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Guest Teacher Rebecca Nie!

Join Monday night weekly meditation with guest teacher Rebecca Nie!

Together in sangha, we will enjoy meditation and teachings from Rebecca Nie on how to stay connected to kindness in ourselves when facing prejudice.

Welcome to all!

DATE
February 2nd
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

1252 Valencia Street, Suite A

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Meditation Training Practice Day: 1-Day Retreat
Jan
31
9:00 AM09:00

Meditation Training Practice Day: 1-Day Retreat

Rev Liên will lead a 1-day silent retreat, geared towards those who have completed Rev’s 4 week Meditation Training program or have equivalent experience.

See the below link for full info!

DATE
Saturday, January 31, 2026
9am - 3pm

Online AND in-person. (Sign up asap for in-person participation as slots do fill up.)

1252 Valencia Street, Suite A, San Francisco, CA 94612. (about 2 blocks from the 24th Street Bart Station). Since we are trying out in-person again on a trial basis, unfortunately, our space is not wheelchair accessible at this time. We apologize for this lack of access.  

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EBMC Alphabet Sangha (Online)
Jan
27
7:00 PM19:00

EBMC Alphabet Sangha (Online)

Meditation and dharma talk for LGBTQIA+ folx

A weekly meditation group at East Bay Meditation Center for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Non-Binary, Two-Spirit, Queer, Intersex, Same-Gender Loving, Questioning (LGBTQIA+) and all of the other letters of the queer alphabet communities.

DATE
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
7:00pm-8:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION
Online

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1/26 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online
Jan
26
6:00 PM18:00

1/26 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is open to all! Newcomers welcome!

Together in sangha, we are enjoying virtual time in practice and study together. Each week we begin with 30 minutes of meditation led by Rev. Liên. Then, Rev teaches on a relevant topic for the group.

DATE
January 26th
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

Join online by Zoom (click the button below for the link).

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1/12 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online
Jan
12
6:00 PM18:00

1/12 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is open to all! Newcomers welcome!

Together in sangha, we are enjoying virtual time in practice and study together. Each week we begin with 30 minutes of meditation led by Rev. Liên. Then, Rev teaches on a relevant topic for the group.

DATE
January 12th
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

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Meditation Training: Establishing a Meditation Practice in 4 Short Weeks (IN-PERSON)
Jan
8
to Jan 29

Meditation Training: Establishing a Meditation Practice in 4 Short Weeks (IN-PERSON)

MT Training is back IN-PERSON!

A practical and simple 4 part course led by Rev. Liên, designed to help you build the confidence and skills to practice meditation

This 4 week series will provide you a training container to build up the practical skills and experience you need to feel more confident in beginning or returning to your meditation practice. Some of the things that will be covered include posture guidance, general meditation instruction, how to create a meditation schedule, and how to work with some of the common things that may come up for you while you meditate. The course will be structured around the theme of body, mind and heart, and you will have access to many resources that you can draw on after the class is over.

DATE
4 Thursdays: January 8th, 15th, 22st & 29th.
7:15pm-8:45pm


LOCATION
San Francisco Zen Center: City Center (IN-PERSON)

*Note that this is NOT a hybrid series. You must choose in-person OR online, and you cannot combine the two.

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Meditation Training: Establishing a Meditation Practice in 4 Short Weeks (ONLINE)
Jan
7
to Jan 28

Meditation Training: Establishing a Meditation Practice in 4 Short Weeks (ONLINE)

A practical and simple 4 part course led by Rev. Liên, designed to help you build the confidence and skills to practice meditation

This 4 week series will provide you a training container to build up the practical skills and experience you need to feel more confident in beginning or returning to your meditation practice. Some of the things that will be covered include posture guidance, general meditation instruction, how to create a meditation schedule, and how to work with some of the common things that may come up for you while you meditate. The course will be structured around the theme of body, mind and heart, and you will have access to many resources that you can draw on after the class is over.

DATE
4 Wednesdays: January 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th.
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time


LOCATION
ONLINE w/ San Francisco Zen Center: City Center

*Note that there is an in-person option as well. These are two SEPARATE offerings and you cannot combine the two.

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1/5 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - HYBRID
Jan
5
6:00 PM18:00

1/5 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - HYBRID

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is open to all!

Together in sangha, we enjoy meditation and teachings from Rev. Liên.

Welcome to all!

DATE
January 5th
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

1252 Valencia Street, Suite A

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EBMC Alphabet Sangha (Online)
Dec
23
7:00 PM19:00

EBMC Alphabet Sangha (Online)

Meditation and dharma talk for LGBTQIA+ folx

A weekly meditation group at East Bay Meditation Center for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Non-Binary, Two-Spirit, Queer, Intersex, Same-Gender Loving, Questioning (LGBTQIA+) and all of the other letters of the queer alphabet communities.

DATE
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
7:00pm-8:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION
Online

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5 Month Practice Period - Orientation/Info Session (Online)
Dec
22
6:30 PM18:30

5 Month Practice Period - Orientation/Info Session (Online)

Orientation and Info Session for The 4 Elements of Social Harmony Practice Period Program.

If you are interested in joining Rev’s engaged 5-month practice period, come to the info session during Monday Night Meditation Gathering! Learn more about the program here.

DATE
Monday, December 22, 2025
6:30pm - 7:00pm Pacific Time

LOCATION
Online

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/272155964

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12/22 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online
Dec
22
6:00 PM18:00

12/22 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is open to all! Newcomers welcome!

Together in sangha, we are enjoying virtual time in practice and study together. Each week we begin with 30 minutes of meditation led by Rev. Liên. Then, Rev teaches on a relevant topic for the group.

At 6:30 there will also be an orientation/info session for the upcoming engaged 5-month practice period: The 4 Elements of Social Harmony.

DATE
December 22nd
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

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12/15 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - HYBRID
Dec
15
6:00 PM18:00

12/15 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - HYBRID

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is open to all!

Together in sangha, we enjoy meditation and teachings from Rev. Liên.

Welcome to all!

DATE
December 15th
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

1252 Valencia Street, Suite A

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12/8 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online
Dec
8
6:00 PM18:00

12/8 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is open to all! Newcomers welcome!

Together in sangha, we are enjoying virtual time in practice and study together. Each week we begin with 30 minutes of meditation led by Rev. Liên. Then, Rev teaches on a relevant topic for the group.

DATE
December 8th
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

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11/24 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online
Nov
24
6:00 PM18:00

11/24 A2Z Weekly Meditation Group - Online

Monday night weekly meditation gathering is studying The Little Book of Zen Healing: Japanese Rituals for Beauty, Harmony, and Love by Dr. Paula Arai. Newcomers welcome!

Together in sangha, we are enjoying The Little Book of Zen Healing: Japanese Rituals for Beauty, Harmony, and Love by Dr. Paula Arai. Each week we begin with 30 minutes of meditation led by Rev. Liên. Then, chapters of Zen Healing are shared by Rev. Liên, highlighting the Zen principles behind Dr. Arai’s sharings and exploring the real-world applications of her beautiful ritual suggestions.

You don’t need to have read the book to join, and you are welcome to read it beforehand if you’re interested!

DATE
November 24th
6:00pm-7:30pm Pacific Time

LOCATION

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