Welcome

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Welcome to the Hamilton Zen Center.

Whether you have never before heard of zen,
or if you've been practicing for years, all are welcome to come practice with us.

Our practice times are:
  • Sundays 8:00 - 9:30am | Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:30pm

"After enlightenment, the laundry." - zen proverb

Upcoming Events

For additional events, visit our events page.

June 17

Dharma Talk
Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hamilton Zen Center
This is a lecture based on a Buddhist topic. Myogestu Osho from the Cincinnati Zen Center will lead the dharam talk. No registration required.



July 1

Pot Luck
Wednesday 6:15pm - 7:50pm
Hamilton Zen Center

A vegetarian/vegan food dish that we all bring to share with the whole sangha.



July 18

Intro to Zen Workshop
Saturday 9:00pm - noon
Cincinnati Zen Center
This worshop provides an orientation to Zen Buddhism, sitting and walking meditation, open dialogue about Zen, and an opportunity to practice the meditation forms. The format is interactive, with plenty of time for questions. Good for beginners or for those seeking a refresher. Kosen Osho, our visiting teacher from the Furnace Mountain Zen Center, will lead this workshop with area volunteers. Suggested donation of $30 ($8 students), which partially covers a snack, our rent, and support of the teacher's travel. Pre-registration is required.
Last day to register is 7/17/09 | Register now



July 19

Zen Intensive
Sunday 11:00am - 4:00pm
Cincinnati Zen Center
Kosen Osho will lead this 5-hour intensive practice. The session includes sitting and walking meditation, a dharma talk, and dialogue practice. It is great for those considering retreats. Suggested donation of $30 ($8 students), which partially covers your lunch and support of the teacher's travel. Regular Sunday practice will be integrated into this longer practice, so please come for as much as you can. Pre-registration is required.
Last day to register is 7/17/09 | Register now

Other Events

Drum Circle
First Friday of every month
@ 7:00pm

The drum circle meets at the Hamilton Zen Center. Everyone is welcome. Precussion insturments are provided or bring your own.


Tai Chi Classes
Thursdays at 6:00pm

For more information visit the website or call 513-623-6495

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