Dharma Field welcomes everyone to the teachings and practice of Zen Buddhism. The center, founded in 1997 by Steve Hagen, offers meditation instruction, a daily meditation schedule, and sesshins (retreats). We also offer classes in Buddhism and Zen as well as related subjects. Join us, in person or online, in the study and practice of this rich tradition, which is no less relevant today as it was in its beginnings in India over 2500 years ago.

 

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Upcoming in our Regular Schedule...

SUNDAY TALKS​​ – 10 am
   May 27: Norm Randolph
   Jun 3: Steve Matuszak
   Jun 10: Steve Hagen
   Jun 17: Norm Randolph

WEDNESDAY TALKS -- 8 pm
   Appreciate Your Life discussions--Jed Larson
   May 23: precepts recitation, no discussion

PRECEPTS RECITATION -- 8 pm
   May 23, open to public

CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
   Monday, May 28--closed for Memorial Day

STUDIES
   Study Group
   Shunryu Suzuki's Not Always So (Thurs, 7:30-8:30 am)

MEDITATION INSTRUCTION 
   Saturday, May 26, 10 am
   Thursday, June 7, 7 pm
   Saturday, June 16, 10 am

COMMUNITY WORKDAY -- 9:00 am - Noon
   May 26, Plant Sale preparation--free lunch provided

8th ANNUAL PLANT SALE -- 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
   Friday, June 1 &  Saturday, June 2
   Plant Sale volunteer opportunities

EXTENDED ZAZEN -- 8:00 am - 12:10 pm
   Saturday, June 9

New to dharma field or zen? 

New to Dharma Field or Zen?
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​IF YOU LIVE CLOSE ENOUGH TO VISIT DHARMA FIELD…

• Attend meditation instruction
  You can simply show up. There is no cost and no need to let us know you are coming.
  Twice monthly: Instruction in both sitting and walking meditation as well as Zen etiquette, 60–90 minutes. Usually scheduled the first Thursday evening and the third Saturday morning (check calendar).
• Attend a Sunday talk | 10 a.m.
  The talks are free and open to everyone. If you arrive a few minutes late, please enter and take a seat. Talks are sometimes preempted by weekend-long meditation retreats, so check the calendar before you come. 
• Attend a Wednesday talk | 8 p.m.
  Wednesday talks are free and open to everyone and are held downstairs in the classroom. Talks are sometimes preempted, so check the calendar before you come.
• Register for classes
  You are welcome to start your exploration with classes, though there is a charge for them. Three courses: The Four Noble Truths, The Eightfold Noble Path, and The Practice of Meditation are each ideal for those beginning an exploration of Buddhism.

IF YOU DON’T LIVE CLOSE ENOUGH TO ATTEND DHARMA FIELD…

• Take advantage of this website
  View photos of postures and listen to the online meditation instruction.
  Listen to a selection of talks given recently at Dharma Field.
• If these pique your interest
  Consider taking a class online or purchasing audio recordings of courses (we suggest starting with The Four Noble Truths) and talks, or subscribing to online talks, commentaries, and study groups.

Our offerings at Dharma Field and online...

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  Meditation

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• Learn meditation by attending free instruction at Dharma Field or check out the instructions online.
• Join us for meditation periods throughout the week and attend extended sittings and sesshins.

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  Talks

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• Attend our Sunday morning and Wednesday evening talks by teachers, students and guest speakers.
• Listen to sample talks online.

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  Studies

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• Register for courses on Buddhism and Zen as well as continuing studies in zen and contemporary subjects at Dharma Field or online.
• Check out our collection of Zen Texts and Essays.  

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 Classes on MP3 or CD
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• Purchase pre-recorded courses of Dharma Field's courses  on MP3 for download and immediate listening OR...
• Purchase CD versions.
  

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  Meditation Cushions
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• Purchase meditation cushions and accessories for pick up at Dharma Field or shipped.
  

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  Books

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• Check out our online​ bookstore for books by Steve Hagen, Dainin Katagiri and Suzuki Roshi.
• Check out our bookstore at Dharma Field for new and used books. 

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  Membership

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• Sign-up for membership to support our center and obtain discounts on classes, retreats and MP3 or CD recordings. Obtain access to our extensive audio archives of talks and commentaries on zen texts in our Talks for Members area.
  

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• Sign-up for an audio subscription and obtain access to our extensive audio archives of talks and commentaries on zen texts in our Talks for Members area and discounts MP3 or CD recordings.

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  Giving

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• Donate to the Dharma Field general fund.
• Volunteer your time to help with the many tasks necessary in running the center.  Check the work list in the entry room, or contact our program coordinator.