MEETINGS REVISED FOR COVID-19
Beginning March 18th we will meet online ONLY until further notice

On March 11th, 2020, we received notice from the building manager at 5051 Mission to discontinue meeting in respect to State and Federal recommendations regarding health safety around the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Please read our note to the Sangha HERE. 
SO... as we roll with the way it is, we're going to try something new in the interim. Please join us at our regularly scheduled time via the Zoom online video platform by following THIS LINK 
THANK YOU for your patience and cooperation during this difficult time. Stay safe out there - and we'll hope to see you online!

~ Freely Offered ~ 

Wednesday nights
​7:30* - 9:00
​5051 Mission Street, SF
(CURRENTLY ~ NO IN-PERSON MEETINGS )
​*We close the door @ 7:45 ~ please contact us to arrive later

Just Show up!
~ or ~
RSVP with FREE ticket HERE
​Free parking is available in lot left of building!

ALL ARE WELCOME!


Become part of a "Sangha", the community that gathers to hear and practice the teachings of the Buddha "Dharma" and support each other on our paths to liberation from greed, hatred and delusion. We learn methods of untangling ourselves from the daily stressors that make life more difficult than it needs to be and are developing the wisdom to know how we can contribute to making a positive change in the world.

Every Wednesday night we get together to practice:
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  • "Vipassana" or "Insight" meditation for a half-hour. With guiding instruction suitable for all levels of experience and opportunity for individual attention.
  • Learning about the Buddha's teachings as offered with a 20-40 minute Dharma talk.
  • Giving time and attention to each other for inquiry and sharing of our experiences, structured in a way that cultivates communication skill.

Meditation guidance and dharma talks are given by Jeff, a trained Buddhist meditation facilitator (or an occasional guest Dharma teacher) who will share the Suttas and commentary of the Dharma using everyday language that we can all easily understand.

We also offer class series' from time to time centered around a particular book or collection of teachings. As well as: special events, off-site field trips and meditation retreats.
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Be sure to check out the What's Happening page now and Contact Us to receive email notifications, our official "once-in-a-while" newsletter, or if you have any inquiry at all.

Drop in to any class!

Soma Dharma is a clean and sober environment!

Practicing Generosity:
UPDATE (3/2020):
Your charitable donations are NOW TAX DEDUCTIBLE!
Our nonprofit 501(c)(3) status has been approved.
As we continue to form the structure of this organization (including processing your receipts), please note this Tax ID number for reference: 84-5109994
We’re excited about this step toward new opportunities to support our community interests and the future growth of our Sangha.
Stay connected to be involved in ways we plan to direct our efforts.
Thank you!

Soma Dharma is sustained by willing donations from our Sangha.
$15-$20 is suggested for drop-in classes, any amount is appreciated.
No one is ever turned away for not donating funds.
Your attendance and participation is an act of generosity in itself.

​Here are some other ways to offer support:
Right here:

Online Donations

$10.00
If you would like to support the efforts of the Somadharma Sangha in your practice of generosity, please select an amount of $10 increments you would like to offer in the Quantity box below.
We believe in the practice of generosity (in many forms) as a means to cultivate good karma, practice renunciation and spread unconditional kindness. Please stay connected to be involved in the ways we plan to direct our efforts to aid those in need.
As of March, 2020 your contributions are tax-exempt under our non-profit 501 (c)(3) - EIN: 84-510-9994

Thank you!
Donate
Venmo (app): @Somadharma
-or-
PayPal: paypal.me/JeffCamozzi
Watercolor prints by Emily Jane (also Dana):

The Bell. Original watercolor paintings by Emily Jane.

$25.00
Exclusive to SoMa Dharma, designed for special events, signed prints on Giclee paper.
All proceeds benefit the sustainability and growth of Soma Dharma.
Price includes shipping - which will take 2-3 weeks, thanks for your patience!
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Loving Kindness Sunflowers by Emily Jane

$25.00

This print was offered to the Sangha during our Spring 2019 Brahmaviharas Series and was also a featured piece in a local juried art show. These are special edition prints on very high quality paper. All proceeds support our community.
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"3 of Jewels"  Original watercolor print by Emily Jane.

$25.00

To honor the three refuges and our good friend, Noah Levine, who teaches for us on occasion and is known to enjoy a good card game ;)

The print is on very high quality watercolor paper (and is free of the "@artsygroove"watermark shown here).

All proceeds from sales support our expenses and interests.

Thank you!
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Co-founder and Love of my life, Emily - Artsygrooove Watercolor Artist
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Ajahn Passano - Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery, Ukiah, CA
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Mementos of finding my way
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Gave an evening talk and daylong retreat at Rebel Saints, Seattle
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Leading a daylong retreat on Metta (Universal Loving-kindness) in Eugene, OR

About Jeff:

I'm also happily married to our Co-founder, Emily, with whom I enjoy a clean and sober lifestyle. I'm the parent of two adult children and have been a local residential building contractor for almost 30 years.

Availability:

Individuals or groups, please contact me to discuss how I might be of service to you. I can offer consultation and private instruction in secular mindfulness and Buddhist meditation practices based on specific needs. My experience ranges from silent retreat leadership, to classroom and group therapy aid, from public speaking to individual mentoring in spiritual development, addiction recovery and Dharma study guidance.
References available upon request.
Try to be mindful. And let things take their natural course.
Then your mind will become still in any surroundings –
​like a clear forest pool.
All kinds of wonderful, rare animals will come to drink at the pool – and you will clearly see the nature of all things.
You will see many strange and wonderful things come and go, but you will be still. This is the happiness of the Buddha.
– Ajahn Chah
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