Over Memorial Day, the Rochester Zen Center hosts a Buddha’s Birthday event at 7 Arnold Park, Rochester, NY. Accommodations can be arranged for out-of-towners at the Chapin Mill Retreat Center. Friday evening is Temple Night with sitting and chanting (adults/young adults) in the Buddha Hall. Saturday is a family event that includes an elephant and parade as well as story-telling and a pot-luck barbecue lunch. A great opportiunity to meet RZC teachers and sangha members as well as to enjoy the city on Saturday afternoon and Sunday. There’s a great “Strong National Museum of Play” for kids of all ages nearby, a science museum and the George Eastman House (photography museum). Questions? Contact Susan and Larry who attend annually with their kids and grandkids.