Guest Arriving

Lawson Sensei delivering mulch to the Bee Yard

Guest Resident Arriving

As already mentioned in a recent update, Vlastik Karlik will soon be joining us as a new resident. Vlastik leaves the Czech Republic on Sunday and will arrive in Asheville late Monday afternoon. A longtime member of the Polish sangha and former staff member there, he will be with us from the end of March till June.


One more thing: With the workshop this weekend and then the April sesshin, we’ve never needed help as much as we do now. Fran, a great list maker and worker, has been a key force in preparing the Center for such events. If you have any time to lend a hand, please call – 645-8001. Thank you!


This Week’s Schedule

Tuesday, March 23

On Tuesdays our schedule includes 3 rounds of zazen with dokusan (both teachers) and chanting; 7- 9 at Panther Branch.

Thursday evening, March 25

We’ll sit 3 full rounds of zazen with dokusan, finishing with the Four Vows. 7:00 – 9:00

Friday, March 26

Join us if you can for our in-town Friday sitting at the zendo on 12 Von Ruck Court: 5:30 – 7:15, with 3 shorter rounds of zazen followed by chanting. Please remember to park in the driveway whenever possible.

Saturday, March 27

We’ll hold a workshop, “Eternal Spring – Waking Up to Our True Nature,” an introduction to Zen teachings and practice. 9:45 – 1:30, finishing with a lunch. $25 for those who pre-register, $35 at the door. Seriously consider attending if you’ve never been to one of these – a great way to start or jump-start your practice.

Sunday Morning, March 28

We’ll have our usual Sunday morning program: zazen, chanting and teisho, 9:30–11:30, followed by tea, and whatever vegetarian brunch offerings may people may bring.