Winter Solstice

Winter Solstice Celebration

The Earth Spirit Drum Circle will celebrate its 18th annual Solstice Celebration on Saturday December 19th. Hosting this years gathering is Jim Mathewson at the Tanager Foundation Domes Retreat Center off Mt Rose Hwy.
http://tanagerfoundation.org/center.html

Tanager

The Solstice is a time for introspection as the energies of the West direction on the Medicine Wheel come into play. On the darkest night of the year ancient cultures gave thanks for the Sun which promises a continuation of the cycle of death and rebirth. It’s a time for feasting, forgiveness , evergreens and white candles signifying the ‘Return of Light’. Around 1600 years ago the Winter Solstice was overlaid with Christmas, and the observance of Christmas spread throughout the globe. Along the way, we lost some of the deep connection of our celebrations to a fundamental seasonal, hemispheric event. This is not about replacing other rituals but of including all as having importance. The local Native Elders many years ago imparted some of their Wisdom to me and one of the gifts was the heartbeat of the Mother via the Drum.

Solstice cont’d

It is from this point the Circle grew to accommodate and honor many other traditions in our gatherings including Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza and any others that people bring to share on this evening of Sacred Unity. This night is a circle of trust, a prayer, a dance, a song, and a time to remember those who came before us, the 7 generations unborn and our ancestors.. especially the ones still alive in the local neighborhoods of our Nevada Homeland.
Where: see Tanager link for directions
Time: Optional pot luck @ 6pm / Circle at 7 30
Bring: Seat Cushion, bottle water, drums or a poem/ prayer and Joyfulness
to share! Candles will be provided.
*This evening will be facilitated by Jim Eaglesmith, Pete Fairley and Patsy Newton in loving service to all.
Ps : the pathway to the Domes is four Wheel drive so contact us if you need to car pool n advance

RSVP when possible to jim eaglesmith @ 833 5077 or jeaglesmith@aol.com