When the heavens opened on April 9, we worried that the pouring rain, dense fog, and deep, slippery mud at Green Gulch Farm might dampen the...
Book Sale to Benefit Zen Center Outreach Programs
The Zen Center outreach programs for prisoners, the homeless, indigent families, etc. are largely funded by our twice annual book sales. The...
Design the 2016 No Race T-Shirt
It's the 39th annual Tassajara No Race, and we're looking for a design to put on this year's T-shirt. Send us your drawing, and if it's chosen, it...
Love is Vast and Wide: Gratitude and Generosity
Artist Susan Spencer tells the intimate story of her 20 years of practice, how she met her late teacher Darlene Cohen, and why she has decided to...
Day in the Life: Seven Tiny Videos from SFZC
Enjoy these gentle Zen moments from our daily life at SFZC, from zazen to beekeeping to organic farming, accompanied by such delightful soundtracks...
Day in the Life, Part 2
Sangha members share
Day in the Life, Part 1
Sangha members share
Being Careful with Fire
By recalling an old firewatch tradition, this Japanese art piece imparts an important message for today from our founder. The tradition of firewatch...
Giving Tuesday
Save the Date: December 1 It is easy to forget that the holidays are a time of giving and generosity. Join San Francisco Zen Center on social media...