• ILMA Center Interfaith Iftar

    Silver Spring Civic Center 1 Veterans PL, Silver Spring, MD

    Imam Papa Bboup is inviting the Washington Ethical Society, One Heart Sangha, and Fabrangen to the ILMA Center’s Interfaith Iftar. Iftar is the prayer service and evening meal that breaks the daily fast during Ramadan. This invitation only applies to One Heart Sangha, Fabrangen, and WES. If you are a member of another religious group you must […]

    Free
  • March Zazenkai

    Washington Ethical Society 7750 16th St NW, DC

    Join us for a “day of Zen” We have tea and light snacks, zazen, teisho (talks by Zen teachers), dokusan, chanting, and instruction. Arrive in time to be settled into the zendo by 8:55 AM for first bell at 9 AM. There is a requested donation of $50 full price / $25 discounted.

  • OHS Council/Fire Circle (and Snacks)

    On March 25th we will return to our practice of holding a discussion in the style of the Zen Peacemaker Council or Fire Circle during the final sitting round. The topic will be reflection on Non-Killing and the Koan of Slaying the Buddha on the Road. Following the discussion (and during/after clearing the zendo) all […]

  • April Zazenkai

    Washington Ethical Society 7750 16th St NW, DC

    Join us for a “day of Zen” We have tea and light snacks, zazen, teisho (talks by Zen teachers), dokusan, chanting, and instruction. Arrive in time to be settled into the zendo by 8:55 AM for first bell at 9 AM. There is a requested donation of $50 full price/$25 discounted.

  • Shukke Tokudo – Sensei Museidō

    Pecometh Riverview Retreat Center 136 Bookers Wharf Road, Centreville, MD

    Sensei Museidō is “Leaving (and Not Leaving) Home” You are cordially invited to attend the Shukke Tokudo of Sensei Rebecca Museidō on May 10, 2026 at the Riverview Retreat Center in Centreville, MD. This is the Zen Buddhist ceremony of Leaving Home. This is the first step on the path of a monk (or in […]

  • May Zazenkai

    Washington Ethical Society 7750 16th St NW, DC

    Join us for a “day of Zen” We have tea and light snacks, zazen, teisho (talks by Zen teachers), dokusan, chanting, and instruction. Arrive in time to be settled into the zendo by 8:55 AM for first bell at 9 AM. There is a requested donation of $50 full price / $25 discounted.

  • June Zazenkai

    Washington Ethical Society 7750 16th St NW, DC

    Join us for a zazenkai at Washington Ethical Society on June 6 from 8:40 AM to 3:00 PM.

  • Joyful Mind Zen Potluck & Movie Night

    Rockville United Church 355 Linthicum Street, Rockville

    Joyful Mind Zendo, our sister sangha, is hosting their annual potluck and movie screening. They are graciously inviting sister sanghas in the area to join them. To learn more and sign up, click below. Omnivore, vegan, and vegetarian dishes are all welcome. All items should be labeled due to dietary restrictions like nut allergies, gluten free, […]