Events

You can find the latest information on BZC’s upcoming zazen schedule, retreats, classes, workshops, and other offerings here. Use the filters on the left to sort by location and event type, or use the calendar to see events on a given day. Click on any event for more information and to register.

For information on engaged practice groups, please see here and contact the groups directly for details on their offerings.

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In Person
Zazen (Meditation)
Millerton Zendo

Recurrent

Update on Millerton Zendo

As Brooklyn Zen Center is moving to consolidate its operations in Brooklyn, the Millerton Zendo sangha has responded by forming an independent community called Mountain Colors Zen. They will continue their practice under the guidance of Tova Green, a dharma-transmitted teacher from San Francisco Zen Center and former Branching Streams director. With support from a new fiscal sponsor and a major donor, they have secured their space and will continue offering regular sits and guest teacher dharma talks. You can stay connected by requesting to join the Millerton Zendo Community Listserv.

In Person
Dharma Offering
Boundless Mind Temple

Recurrent

Wednesday Dharma Share (In-Person | 7–8:30 PM ET)

Wednesday evenings provide a chance for the Sangha to gather in person for a more informal, interactive setting and explore our lives of Zen practice. We begin with 15 minutes of zazen (seated meditation), followed by both small and large group discussions facilitated by Dharma Teachers, senior students, and occasional guest speakers.

Pinned Event
Online
Zazen (Meditation)

Recurrent

Online Morning Meditation (Monday–Friday)

BZC’s online morning meditation sessions are open to the public and is offered Monday through Friday starting at 7:30 AM EST.

In Person
Special Offering

Recurrent

BZC Members Meetings: Co-Creating Our 2026/27 Budget

The BZC Board is inviting members to help shape the budget for 2026/27 through a series of open conversations with the Finance, Development, and Programs committees. Together, the sangha will workshop proposals and bring BZC's vision in line with its resources.

Online
Class

Recurrent

Healing Rituals in Zen (Thursdays, May 7–28)

A four-part online exploration of healing rituals and ceremonies in Zen Buddhist practice and community. Led by Dr. Paula Arai, Rev. Duncan Ryuken Williams, Sarah Dōjin Emerson, and Charlie Korin Pokorny, this series examines what makes rituals healing—both historically within Zen tradition and in contemporary practice.

In Person
Online
Retreat
Boundless Mind Temple

May 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

One-Day In-Person Sit

Join us for an all day meditation retreat with Dharma Teacher and Zen Priest Sarah Dōjin Emerson. Register by May 13.

Online
Dharma Offering

Recurrent

Queer Dharma Share

On the Third Monday of the month, 7-8:30 PM ET Dharma Teacher, Dawn Haney leads Queer Dharma Share online. (New schedule — previously first Monday)

Schedule change
Boundless Mind Temple

May 23, 2026 | 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

CLOSURE: Saturday Morning Program Update – No Session on May 23, 2026

Please note that there will be NO Saturday Morning Program at Boundless Mind Temple on May 23, 2026 due to Memorial Day Weekend.

In Person
Special Offering
Boundless Mind Temple

May 30, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Work Practice Day

Join us for a one-day Work Practice Retreat at Boundless Mind Temple in Brooklyn! Register by May 28.

Online
Special Offering

June 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

At the Threshold: a four part series on Buddhist Eco-Chaplaincy (Part 1)

The first in a four-part series titled, At the Threshold — this online panel focuses on the growing field of Buddhist Eco-Chaplaincy, stewarded by practitioners and rooted in the teachings. Come to explore what Eco-Chaplaincy means, how it is practiced through a Buddhist lens, and what it offers in times of ecological transition. With Nikayla Jefferson, Kirsten Rudestam, Shoshana Perry and Binuta Sudhakaran.