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Blank Friday

Blank Friday: A Zen Alternative to Black Friday

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Meditation Day and Open House
Friday, November 25

Open House: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Open Meditation: 20-minute meditation sessions on the hour and half-hour
Talks by MZMC Teachers: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
No need to register, just drop in!
​Click here to read more in our press release for the event.

On the day of the year that has become most associated with American consumerism and shopping, we’d like to offer people a respite and alternative that they can practice every day of their busy lives. In meditation, we face the blank wall, return to our original stillness, and find relief from a busy mind.

Minnesota Zen Meditation Center invites everyone to learn about and practice meditation together at a special event on Friday, November 25, from noon to 4:00 p.m. The event is open to all at no cost. Join us to meditate and bring your family and friends! We'll be happy to give you a tour and answer any questions you have about the Center. There will be hot cider and light refreshments.

Carrie Garcia talks about Blank Friday on the Fox 9 morning show.
Past Media about Blank Friday
Click here for "'Blank Friday' offers Zen alternative to shopping in Minneapolis" (startribune.com)
Click here for "Worn down by Black Friday stress? Minnesota Zen Center suggests going blank" (MinnPost)

This event is sponsored by the MZMC membership committee. ​

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    • People of Color Dharma Group
    • Death and Dying Book Group
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    • Movie Night
    • Buddhism and Recovery
    • Joyce Food Shelf
  • Katagiri project
    • Katagiri Project
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    • Audio Archive Project >
      • The Dainin Katagiri Audio Archive
    • Tomoe Katagiri
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