Schedule / Calendar
All daily and weekly recurring sits are free and offered online and in-person, no membership or registration required. See our daily meditation schedule for details, including a copy of our daily chants.
There is no Zazen (daily meditation) during retreats. Please check the calendar for any changes in our regular meditation schedule.
To participate online, click this zoom link:
Passcode: mountain22
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To attend in person, please read and follow our COVID-19 Protocols for MCZC’s current policies on masks, vaccinations, and testing.
Events
Dharma Talk: “Swimming in the Sea of Ise” Scott Thornton
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomThursday, September 17th | 5:30–7:00 PM Meditation begins at 5:30 pm MT, followed by the Dharma Talk (teisho) at 6:00 pm MT. You are invited to join us for an
Turtles EcoDharma Group
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomDuring these gatherings, we'll delve into the question: "How can we, as Zen practitioners, respond to the current ecological crises with open hearts?" Our discussion will include analysis of recent environmental events, relevant media, and our personal reflections on these issues.
Community Tea
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesA time to enjoy tea and community connection on Sunday mornings. Open to all.
Members Lab
Online via ZoomSundays | 10:00 – 11:00am MT Online; Members Only Members Lab is a weekly sangha-driven event dedicated to creating space for shared exploration of emerging topics close to our heart-minds. The idea
Intro to Zen class
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesIntroduction to silent sitting meditation. Open to all.
Aging Buddhas: A Members Series with Scott Thornton
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomSunday, September 20th | 12:00 - 1:15 pm MT Once a month on Sunday - In-Person and Online; Members only In this Members Offering series, Scott Thornton will facilitate a
Webinar: Falling into the Heart of This World
Falling into the Heart of This World Free Interactive Webinar (Please RSVP) Sunday, September 20th, 2:00-3:15pm MT Online Only: sit.mountaincloud.org password: mountain22 RSVP to join live or to receive the
2026 Autumn Sesshin
Harvest of Silence: Soaking in the light that pervades all things 2026 Autumn Sesshin with Valerie Forstman Monday, September 21 - Sunday, September 27 Online and in-person, onsite or commuter
External Event: Social Meditation
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesSecond and Fourth Sundays of the month | 6:30 - 8:00pm MT In-person only; $5 - $10 suggested donation Note: this is not an official Mountain Cloud event. It's hosted
Tea and Toast
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays | 8:00 - 8:30am In-person only Join Assistant Sanbo Zen teacher Scott Thornton and current Mountain Cloud residents for tea and toast in the dining room
Tea and Toast
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays | 8:00 - 8:30am In-person only Join Assistant Sanbo Zen teacher Scott Thornton and current Mountain Cloud residents for tea and toast in the dining room
Tea and Toast
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays | 8:00 - 8:30am In-person only Join Assistant Sanbo Zen teacher Scott Thornton and current Mountain Cloud residents for tea and toast in the dining room
Book Group with Scott Thornton
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomEach week, local and online sangha members gather to dive into a book together in this informal book study guided by Sanbo Zen Teacher, Scott Thornton. This is a great
Wisdom Wednesday: “Reflections on Deadwooding and Discernment” with Ryan Littman-Quinn
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomWednesday, September 30th | 5:30–6:30 PM Meditation begins at 5:30 pm MT, followed by the practice share and discussion at 6:00 pm MT Led by Ryan Littman-Quinn, this evening features meditation,
Turtles EcoDharma Group
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomDuring these gatherings, we'll delve into the question: "How can we, as Zen practitioners, respond to the current ecological crises with open hearts?" Our discussion will include analysis of recent environmental events, relevant media, and our personal reflections on these issues.
30 Days of Zen: Falling into the Heart of this World (Online Course)
30 Days of Zen - Falling into the Heart of this World Led by Valerie Forstman Course Duration: October 2 - 31 Live Workshops: Saturdays, October 3, 10, 24, and
Approaching Silence: A Weekend with Henry Shukman
Approaching Silence: A Weekend with Henry Shukman Friday, October 2nd (evening) - Sunday, October 4th (afternoon) In-Person and Online - LIVE ONLY Register Here This isn't a silent retreat. It's a
Community Tea
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesA time to enjoy tea and community connection on Sunday mornings. Open to all.
Members Lab
Online via ZoomSundays | 10:00 – 11:00am MT Online; Members Only Members Lab is a weekly sangha-driven event dedicated to creating space for shared exploration of emerging topics close to our heart-minds. The idea
Intro to Zen class
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesIntroduction to silent sitting meditation. Open to all.
Tea and Toast
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays | 8:00 - 8:30am In-person only Join Assistant Sanbo Zen teacher Scott Thornton and current Mountain Cloud residents for tea and toast in the dining room
Tea and Toast
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays | 8:00 - 8:30am In-person only Join Assistant Sanbo Zen teacher Scott Thornton and current Mountain Cloud residents for tea and toast in the dining room
Tea and Toast
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays | 8:00 - 8:30am In-person only Join Assistant Sanbo Zen teacher Scott Thornton and current Mountain Cloud residents for tea and toast in the dining room
Book Group with Scott Thornton
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomEach week, local and online sangha members gather to dive into a book together in this informal book study guided by Sanbo Zen Teacher, Scott Thornton. This is a great
Community Tea
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesA time to enjoy tea and community connection on Sunday mornings. Open to all.
Members Lab
Online via ZoomSundays | 10:00 – 11:00am MT Online; Members Only Members Lab is a weekly sangha-driven event dedicated to creating space for shared exploration of emerging topics close to our heart-minds. The idea
Intro to Zen class
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesIntroduction to silent sitting meditation. Open to all.
External Event: Social Meditation
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesSecond and Fourth Sundays of the month | 6:30 - 8:00pm MT In-person only; $5 - $10 suggested donation Note: this is not an official Mountain Cloud event. It's hosted
Tea and Toast
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays | 8:00 - 8:30am In-person only Join Assistant Sanbo Zen teacher Scott Thornton and current Mountain Cloud residents for tea and toast in the dining room
Tea and Toast
Mountain Cloud Zen Center 7241 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, United StatesMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays | 8:00 - 8:30am In-person only Join Assistant Sanbo Zen teacher Scott Thornton and current Mountain Cloud residents for tea and toast in the dining room
