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schedule

The Zen Center has a schedule of daily sittings, intensive meditation periods, courses, ceremonies, public events, and much more.

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Vermont Zen Center
retreats

A wonderful way to combine quiet time and spiritual inspiration. Enjoy your own natural rhythms in an extraordinary setting.

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workshops

A practical and authentic introduction to Zen Buddhism. Talks, question periods, demonstrations and meditation.

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Latest News

  • Zen Center Will Be Closed—June 22-July 7
    Zen Center Closed
    The Center will be closed during a 7-day sesshin and following that for a week-long summer break.
  • Zen Center's 25th Anniversary—July 21
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    The Center will be celebrating 25 years in Vermont on Sunday, July 21.

Upcoming Events

  • 16
    June 2013
    SANGHA PICNIC10:30 a.m. - when everyone leaves
  • 9
    July 2013
    FAMINE RELIEF CEREMONY6:46 - 8:30 p.m.
  • 14
    July 2013
    FLYNN GARDEN TOUR10 a.m.

Featured Audio

In April 1975, Roshi Philip Kapleau gave a short talk about the first paramita during a sesshin at the Rochester Zen Center.


 

About the center

The Vermont Zen Center was founded in 1988 to provide a peaceful environment for the study and practice of Zen Buddhism. The Center is dedicated to helping people overcome suffering through spiritual development and social outreach.
Address: 480 Thomas Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482 Phone: 802-985-9746 E-mail: info@vermontzen.org
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  • Introduction to Zen
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