Library
The library is now open!
We warmly welcome you to visit and explore the library. You may spend time browsing the shelves and reading in our space and check out items to dive into deeper. The Pārāyana Vihāra library contains nearly 1,500 items collected over the last fifteen years. The holdings are predominantly Buddhist, centered on Theravada as well as some Vajrayana and Zen, but also include a small selection of other faiths and broader supports for the body, heart and mind on the spiritual path. The full catalog is available online.
Please note that during our Winter Retreat from January 15 – March 18, 2026, open library hours are Sundays from 2:30 – 4:00 pm.
Library hours are currently:
Sunday 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 4:00 – 6:00 pm
We are not generally accepting book donations but if you would like to offer specific books, you can find a wish list on our dana list (good used copies very welcome).