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.
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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
Ecodharma May 2026
A month of exploring Ecodharma from the depth of our Zen practice.
Wisdom Wednesday: “What is a Path?” with Sarah Giffin (here in person!)
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomWednesday, May 6th | 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 Sarah Giffin, this evening features
Dharma Talk: “The Circle Game” with Shana Smith
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomThursday, May 7th | 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.
Ecodharma Weekend Retreat with Nic Redfern
Reconnecting with Life An Insight Dialogue Weekend Retreat with Nicola Redfern Friday, May 8th - Sunday, May 10th In-person only Register to Attend Here Register for all three Ecodharma May
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
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
What is *Ecodharma Sesshin*: What to Expect & How to Participate (Onsite & Online!)
Not sure whether you'd like to join our upcoming Ecodharma Sesshin with David Loy? Curious what it will be like in person or online? Whether you’re consider to join us
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. During May, we will
Wisdom Wednesday: Scott Thornton
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomWednesday, May 13th | 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 Scott Thornton, this evening features
Dharma Talk: “Touching the Earth” with David Loy
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomThursday, May 14th | 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
Ecodharma Zazenkai with Karen Waconda-Lewis (Daylong Retreat)
Reciprocity with the Elements Ecodharma Zazenkai (Daylong Retreat) with Karen Waconda-Lewis Saturday, May 16th, 2026 In-person and online Register to Attend Here Register for all three Ecodharma May retreats (commuter
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.
2026 Ecodharma Sesshin with David Loy
Ecodharma in the Polycrisis 2026 Ecodharma Sesshin with David Loy Monday, May 18th - Sunday, May 24th Register to Attend Here Register for all three Ecodharma May retreats (commuter only)
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
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
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
Emerging Buddhas
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomAffinity group for people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s
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. During May, we will
Dharma Talk: Scott Thornton
Mountain Cloud Zen Center and Online via ZoomThursday, May 28th | 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
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

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