April 3, 2025
Renovated City Center Bookstore Reopens April 5

 

After fourteen months of renovations, the City Center Bookstore at 300 Page Street in San Francisco is set to reopen its doors to the public on Saturday, April 5—the day of our Buddha’s Birthday Celebration. Come and celebrate this auspicious day by participating in the festivities and visiting the newly updated Bookstore, with its unique collection of Buddhist- and Zen-themed books, cards, statues, meditation supplies, and pottery made by local artists. While you’re here, be sure to check out the extraordinary origami portrait of Suzuki Roshi by Lilli Lanier.

The City Center Bookstore opening hours are as follows:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 4:30–7:30 pm
Wednesday: 4:30–7:00 pm
Thursday: closed
Friday: 4:30–7:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am–12:00 pm (Closed during Dharma talk)

Online orders may be placed anytime at the Online SFZC Bookstore and may be shipped or picked up at City Center’s front office (M–F, 9:30am-12:pm and 1:30-4:30pm). Your support is deeply appreciated.

 

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