Kōan Café

“The world is made up of marvelous things, and in the koan work we notice how they come to us and gather themselves and become doors, and we step through.” – John Tarrant, Rōshi

Come explore traditional Zen kōans in a non-traditional way through seriously playful community sharing.   Melissa Rōshi will guide you through the exploration of individual kōans, using meditation, free association, and group dialogue.  Kōan cafe practice helps to illuminate these ancient and often enigmatic stories and clarify what it means to be alive and free as human beings.   Everyone is welcome: prior experience working with kōans is not necessary. Pre-registration is required.

Remaining Dates for 2022:

November (17th), and December (15th) at 12 noon to 1 pm EDT

Suggested donation per session – $15 Temple members / $20 non-members.
Suggested donation for all 4 session – $50 Temple members / $75 non-member

Register for Kōan Café