Blanche and Lou “The Early Years”
Meet Valerie Harris, City Center Practice Period Commuter
What is a Practice Period actually like? In the first installment of SFZC’s new Practice Period interview series, Valerie describes her experience.
June 13, 2015
Blanche and Lou
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Sokaku Kathie Fischer On Her Life in Zen and Passing the Practice Forward
From Zen's female ancestors to the future of practice, Kathie Fischer reflects on the enduring lessons from 50 years of Zen.
Tabreez Govani: A City Center Resident’s Path to Zen and Volunteering
Tabreez Govani shares his journey of Zen practice and volunteering to address the challenges of homelessness in San Francisco.
Beginners Mind Temple Renovations Updates
San Francisco Zen Center has embarked on a large, much-needed renovation project at 300 Page Street (City Center).
Meet SFZC’s New President, Michael McCord
“I’m trying to convey our practice in everyday relatable terms, so that our Zen tradition is understood for what it is—one of passion, joy, and inclusivity.”
City Center Residential Applications Open for 2025
Come participate in residential practice in the newly revitalized Beginner’s Mind Temple!
What is Zen Central? An Interview with Dana Velden
“Zen Central is a new approach for San Francisco Zen Center; it has restructured the way we do things.”
Meet Kōgetsu Jenny Mok, SFZC’s New Chief Financial Officer
“I like the idea that I’m helping take care of SFZC, including our wider sangha. It’s one way to save all beings.”
Mary Stares Receives Dharma Transmission
Congratulations to Mary Stares, who received Dharma Transmission from Rinso Ed Sattizahn at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center on July 19.
Kevin Starbard Brings Butoh to San Francisco Zen Center
Since 2022, Kevin Starbard has produced ten Butoh performances at SFZC, enriching the community with this avant-garde Japanese dance form.
I met Blanche and Lou in Green Gulch Farm many years ago (1991), while I was in a Charlotte Selver’s study group. Zenkei’s complete presence, calm and smile are with me to this moment. She was an inspiration to follow the Dharma. Thank you, Zenkei Blanche. From Mercedes in Mexico City.