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NYZ: 57th Anniversary Weekend Sesshin
Join Chigan Roshi and the New York Zendo Shobo-ji Sangha to commemorate the founding of our temple. Established on September 15,1968 by Hakuun Yasutani Roshi and Eido Shimano Roshi, New York Zendo Shobo-ji was one of the first Rinzai Zen practice centers in the United States. For over half a century we have continued to […]
$150.00 – $175.00
NYZ: Temple Closed
New York Zendo Shobo-ji is closed today. Please check the calendar for schedule modifications.
NYZ: Temple Closed
New York Zendo Shobo-ji is closed today. Please check the calendar for schedule modifications.
DBZ: Intro to Zen Weekend | WAITING LIST ONLY
Registration is now closed. Please email office@daibosatsu.org to be placed on the waiting list. Sign up for the ZSS Newsletter to receive information on upcoming events. Join us for a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Rinzai Zen Buddhist practice at Dai Bosatsu Zendo, our monastery deep in the Catskill Mountains. Led by teachers and […]
$225.00 – $250.00
Sunday, September 14, 2025
No events on this day.
Monday, September 15, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
No events on this day.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
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September 17, 2025 -NYZ: Zen Kokyu & Shojin Ryori
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September 17, 2025 -NYZ: Evening Zazen
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September 17, 2025 -Online: Introduction to Zen Meditation
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September 17, 2025 -Online: Engaged Buddhism Caregivers Support Group
NYZ: Zen Kokyu & Shojin Ryori
Mindful Breathing & Shitake Tasting | Special Workshop in Collaboration with Resobox Discover the power of Zen Kokyn (Zen Breathing) and the mindful flavors of Shojin Ryori (traditional plant-based temple cuisine) in this special cultural workshop at New York Zendo. Presented by Resobox, this event includes a guided Zen Breathing practice with Yuki Shiina, a […]
$50.00
NYZ: Evening Zazen
On Wednesday evenings, New York Zendo is open for zazen from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 pm. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to our practice. Please do not wear scented cosmetics, and set any electronic device to silent mode. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Refer to Zendo Etiquette for […]
Online: Introduction to Zen Meditation
Join us on Zoom every Wednesday evening for Introduction to Zen Meditation. We begin with instruction on meditation posture and technique, followed by a brief period of guided meditation and an opportunity for questions. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to our practice. Please set any electronic device to silent mode and wear […]
Online: Engaged Buddhism Caregivers Support Group
Third Wednesday of each Month | 7:00 - 8:30 pm EST Facilitated by Soren Cathy Shrady and Meigetsu Rebecca Beers On the third Wednesday of every month, we gather to support one another in the experience of caring for a loved one with dementia or related conditions. Grounded in our lived experience and informed by […]
Thursday, September 18, 2025
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September 18, 2025 -NYZ: Morning Zazen
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September 18, 2025 -Online: Morning Zazen
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September 18, 2025 -NYZ: Introduction to Zen Meditation
NYZ: Morning Zazen
New York Zendo is open for morning zazen Monday through Thursday from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to our practice. Please do not wear scented cosmetics, and set any electronic device to silent mode. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Refer to Zendo Etiquette for […]
Online: Morning Zazen
Join us online for zazen Monday through Thursday from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. The Zoom meeting room will open at approximately 6:30 a.m. Short morning service begins at 6:45 a.m. Zazen begins at 7 a.m. and continues until 7:40 a.m. We will use our sutra book. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to […]
NYZ: Introduction to Zen Meditation
If you are new to Rinzai Zen Buddhism, New York Zendo Shobo-ji offers city dwellers the opportunity to experience traditional Zen practice and find an oasis of deep stillness in the heart of Manhattan. Every Thursday evening, the Introduction to Zen Meditation class covers the basics of zazen (seated meditation): posture, breathing, and concentration. Beginners […]
$10.00
Friday, September 19, 2025
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September 19, 2025 -NYZ: Autumn Sutra Collective
NYZ: Autumn Sutra Collective
Feeling anxious for no reason, or worn out by the usual happy hour scene? Try something different. Sutra copying is a traditional Buddhist practice that generates merit for yourself and for all beings. You don’t need to be a Buddhist or a skilled calligrapher to take part. Moving slowly, stroke by stroke through the Buddha’s […]
Saturday, September 20, 2025
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September 20, 2025 -NYZ: Open AA 11th Step Meeting
NYZ: Open AA 11th Step Meeting
We welcome you to “Acceptance,” an open AA 11th Step meditation meeting at New York Zendo. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Meditation begins promptly at 11 a.m. and lasts 30 […]
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