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Plum Village Sanghas in California

60 sanghas

A crowd of friends seated under the trees in dappled sunlight, many with a hand on their heart, listening together.
Photograph from the June 2026 retreat, Plum Village.
Ancient Forest Sangha of Humboldt Bay Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 24 Fellowship Way, Bayside, California 95524, United States We practice in the Plum Village tradition, with sitting and walking meditation, Dharma readings (usually a book by Thich Nhat Hanh) and Dharma discussion. We… Baby Step Sangha Claremont Friends Meeting, 727 Harrison Ave., Claremont, CA 91711 A peer led group since 2009. Established by Peggy Rowe Ward and Larry Ward. Be Longing Sangha 1163 Scenic Way, Rimforest, CA 92378, United States A gathering of all individuals residing in or around the San Bernardino mountain communities near Lake Arrowhead who have like-minded aspirations to observe,… BIPOC Beach Sangha North of lifeguard tower 41, Toes Beach, Playa del Rey, CA 90293, United States A monthly gathering to nourish the special ties among BIPOC practitioners and friends from across all of the beautiful LA area sanghas. Peer led. Opening bel… Black Mountain Sangha Black Mountain Road, San Diego, California 92129 United States We meet for a 45 minute formal sitting practice followed by mindful sharing and deep listening practice at Black Mountain Center for Mindful Living in Penasq… Buckeye Sangha Berkeley, California 94703 United States We practice in Thich Nhat Hanh's tradition. This is a Sangha for adults, 18 and over. We meet outside in friends backyards. Founded 1999. Compassionate Heart Sangha Angel City Zen Center, 2526 Kent Street, Los Angeles, California 90026 United States We meet in person at the Zen Center, but you can also join us on Zoom. Please email us for our Zoom ID and passcode. Couples Sangha Oakland, California United States We meet weekly, usually via Zoom, in person once per month. Deepening White Awareness Sangha for Racial Healing and Equity Oakland, California United States We look into our historical and present white awareness with the aim of deepening our understanding. We're not currently taking new members but can share res… Elephant Mountain Sangha First Presbyterian Church, 11445 CA-1, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956, United States We practice in the Plum Village tradition. Breakfast, Dharma sharing and Dharma discussion to follow at the Station House Cafe. Family Sangha 16585 Topping Way, Los Gatos, California 95032 United States We practice 30 minutes of meditation, reading, and Dharma Sharing hosted by Sally and Beem Wilder. We are meeting via Zoom, and in person in Los Gatos or Los… Flowering Tree Sangha 300 Plaza South, Los Altos, California 94022, United States In-person and on Zoom ("hybrid") at Mindfulness & Health Office, 300 Plaza South, Los Altos. Flowing River Sangha Los Angeles, California 90039 United States We are now meeting virtually with occasional in-person meetings. We meet on Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Interested parties can email us to get the link an… Flowing Waters Sangha Erica Way, Portola Valley, California 94028 United States Traditional sangha in the Thich Nhat Hanh tradition. We welcome beginners as well as experienced practitioners. Activities include silent and guided meditati… Friendship Sangha of the Heart Unitarian Universalist Church of Ventura, 5654 Ralston Street, Ventura, California 93003 United States The Friendship Sangha of the Heart is a community of individuals who practice in the tradition of the Buddhist Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. We host other mind… Grateful Lotus Sangha 305 West 26th street, Merced, CA 95340, United States A group focused on unity and community. Our purpose is to build a bridge to the local university and greater community of Merced. Hayward Fourfold Community Sangha 17327 Meekland Ave, Hayward, California 94541 United States We meet on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday evenings 7pm-8pm at the Compassion Meditation Center (Chua Pho Tu). Heart Sangha Santa Cruz, California 95063 United States The Heart Sangha practices in the Plum Village tradition. Each sangha gathering consists of sitting and walking meditation, Dharma talks by sangha facilitato… Hella Just & Compassionate Sangha Oakland, California United States East Bay meditation family committed to holding a People of Color space to grow in our practice so that we can be better people, working in better ways, for… Home Within Sangha Chapel of UUSF, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco, California 94109 United States We are an in-person, all-ages sangha in the Plum Village tradition. We practice sitting and walking meditation, share a reading, and finish with Dharma shari… Island of Peace Sangha Redding, CA Meeting on Wednesdays at 6pm. Joyful Heart Sangha Sacramento, California, United States The Joyful Heart sangha welcomes meditators and practices in the Plum Village tradition. We gather at 7:00, begin with a sitting meditation, followed by a wa… Joyful Mountain Sangha Topanga, CA 90290, United States The Joyful Mountain Sangha LA meets virtually on Zoom every Thursday at 7:30 pm Pacific time. We start with meditation, followed by readings and Dharma Shari… Lake Tahoe Mindfulness Community 3200 US Highway 50, Suite 5, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 United States Weekly sitting meditation in Plum Village tradition with a community tea following in addition to seasonal Days of Mindfulness and monthly recitation of 5 MT. Live Oak Sangha 820 N Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117, United States We are a mindfulness practice community in the Plum Village Tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. We practice sitting meditation, walking meditation, Dharma study of… Living Tree Heart Sangha Mountain View, California 94040 United States Lotuses in the Mud South Lake Tahoe, CA Focused on recovery for those impacted by substance abuse. For more info, see “Mindfulness Recovery for Loved Ones” on Facebook. Majestic Oak Sangha Redwood City, California 94062 United States Guided meditation and silent sitting meditation, monthly recitation of the Five Mindfulness Trainings. Two locations, in person. Mindful Peacebuilding Sangha Berkeley, California 94705 United States Mindful Peacebuilding is an inclusive welcoming community offering a mindfulness-based approach to cultivating peace and justice. We draw inspiration from th… Mindfulness Beach Tower 22, near Pacific Street and Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, California 90401 United States We meet at Lifeguard Station 22 in Santa Monica — located straight out from the intersection of Pacific Street and Ocean Avenue. Our vision is to create a we… Mindfulness, Diversity, and Social Change Sangha 54th Street, Emeryville, California 94602 For POC (people of color). Please email for Zoom link and address. Mountain Sangha San Anselmo, CA Our sangha is a truly open and welcoming space, designed for everyone. Whether you are taking your very first steps into mindfulness, seeking deeper connecti… Mud and Lotus Sangha Inverness, CA, United States Our Sangha focuses on a different theme each month and Dharma sharing and discussion in the Plum Village tradition. Nameless Sangha OC 13109 Old Myford Road, Irvine, CA, 92602, United States Our meetings generally include sitting and walking meditation, a Dharma reading and Dharma sharing. We've also been known to share vegan potluck meals togeth… One Love One Heart Sangha Los Gatos, California 95030 United States Weekly Tuesday meetings on Zoom; 5MT Recitation last Tuesday on Zoom. Also, occasional DoM in-person. Open to everyone. Open Door Sangha Oakland, California 94618 United States Based in our home since 2000, we now meet mostly by Zoom, and in-person once per month in Oakland. Open Heart Sangha San Diego, California 92103 United States Practicing mindfulness in the Plum Village tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. All are welcome to join us as we enjoy sitting meditation, walking meditation, Dharm… Organic Garden Sangha Sacred Heart Chapel (lower level), 1 Loyola Marymount University Dr, Los Angeles, California 90045, United States We are a community practicing mindfulness in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. We begin each practice session with silent sitting meditation, followed by wal… Palomitas de Paz Sangha (Vista) Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 1600 Buena Vista Drive, Vista, California 92081 United States We offer both in person and virtual Sangha gatherings throughout the week. Our primary gathering is at 9:00 AM on Saturday. Peace In Our Hearts Mindfulness Circle 6615 Bay Laurel Pl., Avila Beach, California 93424 United States Peace in Our Hearts Mindfulness Practice Circle- This practice is inspired by the teachings and wisdom of the Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh and the P… Peaceful Heart Sangha Walnut Creek, California 94598 United States We are a long-time Sangha practicing in Thich Nhat Hanh's tradition. We meet on Zoom, hybrid when possible. Peaceful Shores Sangha (La Jolla) San Diego, CA, CA 92037 United States Meets weekly as a group of committed Plum Village practitioners looking for connection and support. Leadership rotates, so the exact format of the gathering… Potluck Sangha Oakland, California 94618 United States We usually meet via Zoom, in person once per month. For over 25 years, we have welcomed newcomers because we understand that at one time, we, too, were newco… Radiant Heart Sangha South Lake Tahoe, CA Tahoe community practicing Wednesdays 7:30a-8:30a, with seasonal retreats and monthly recitation of The Five Mindfulness Trainings, in the tradition of Thich… Really Beneficial (RB) Sangha Pomerado Road and Bodega Road, Rancho Bernardo, California 92128 United States Our Sangha is for local practioners that frequently participate in Deer Park activities and like to find ways to help support the monastery. We enjoy practic… Rising Tide Sangha Oceanside, California 92057 United States We are an all-inclusive, all ages, all gender preference Sangha, practicing in the Engaged Buddhist, Plum VillageTradition of Venerable Zen Master, Thich Nha… Riverside Smiling Sangha 3550 Lillian Street, Riverside, California 92504 United States We have been meeting for 12 years - group varies from 10 - 16 people. We meet at different homes in Riverside, CA each week. Sangha House LA 1289 Bellevue Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026, United States Plum Village Sangha House with a weekly Wed. 7 pm meditation open to all. Pictures of our weekly meeting are available on our website. Sangha of Forking Paths 731 60th Street, Oakland, CA 94609, United States An all-ages sangha rooted in Plum Village and Dzogchen practices. A spiritual and intellectual community. Kids are welcome. We meet from 3-5pm on the first S… Singing & Hugging Sangha Petaluma, California 94952 United States Plum Village practice with sitting meditation, walking meditation. We practice mostly online, but occasionall in-person outdoors. We watch a video Dharma tal… Singing Frog Sangha 1972 36th Ave, Oakland, CA, 94601 Singing Frog Sangha is rooted in Lisjan Ohlone Land at Canticle Farm. We aim to build a beloved community where we honor the sacred, care for each other, tak… Slowly Ripening Sangha Chico, California 95926 United States Slowly Ripening Sangha practices Zen Buddhism in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. For your first visit come 15 minutes early to orient. No meditation experi… Spiritual Friends Sangha San Francisco Dharma Collective 2929 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110 United States Spiritual Friends Sangha is made of PV and non PV elements. Part Thich Nhat Hanh, Ajahn Chah, Sayadaw U Tejaniya and you. Also hosting a weekly Peace Vigil a… The Sun My Heart Dana Woods Park, 24900 Dana Woods, Dana Point, California 92629, United States The Sun My Heart Sangha follows the Plum Village tradition of Vietnamese Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh. We meet regularly in person for sitting meditation, walk… Tranquil Lotus Sangha Pasadena, CA 91103, United States A People of Color centered mindfulness practice community in the Plum Village tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, based in Pasadena CA. We are a BIPOC and White al… True Home LA Mid City (Crenshaw/Washington), Los Angeles, CA 90019, United States True Home LA sangha is the newest manifestation in a long line of BIPOC practice communities in Los Angeles, welcoming new participants and original members… Under the Tree Sangha 12781 Topaz St, Garden Grove, CA 92845, United States A sangha is a community of friends practicing the dharma together to cultivate awareness. This sangha gathers together at Edgar Park under the beautiful tree… Vietnamese Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Sangha Oakland, California 94612, United States Our group is opened to all Vietnamese speaking LGBTQ. We recite the Vietnamese version of the Plum Village Five Mindfulness training. Tea and discussion will… Welcome Home Sangha Ukiah, California 95482, United States All are welcome to attend our group, as a practice of openness. We learn, study & practice to support our individual & collective understanding, compassion &… Zen Meditation Good Works Sangha Currently on Zoom, San Jose, CA 95112 United States We have been practicing in the Plum Village tradition for over 20 years. The usual practice is to begin with a 20 minute meditation - followed by a reading a…