Winter Solstice

Annual Winter Solstice Celebration

Saturday December 21, 2024.
Doors at 4pm for special library access, event begins at 5pm

The Winter Solstice, now as in ancient times, marks the longest night of the year, when the sun is at its lowest elevation in the sky. The return of the sun from its most southern position in the horizon as always been of great ceremonial significance, while also serving as a celestial clock.
 
Here in Phoenix the occasion is marked by music, poetry and crafts. The evening starts with a brief remembrance of those we have lost. Then onto the bonfire where the Grove of the Rising Phoenix will invite all to join in a community celebration of the New Year using elements of druidic rituals.
Due to technical difficulties the video presentation on New Grange and the Solstice tradition cannot be shown .
 
Bar with alcohol and hot drinks will be available for purchase.
 
The McClelland Library will be open from 4-5 PM to walk through before it closes for the rest of the year.
 
 

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ICLF Members – $25
General/Non-Member – $30
Kids under 3 – Free

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No refunds given under any circumstances

Performance by Scott Jeffers Traveler

 

Traveler brings you a Winter Holiday concert that is as unique as it is fun. With sounds from Celtic and World influences, they bring you traditional Christmas tunes like you’ve never heard them before, as well as original compositions inspired by their world travels. Enjoy fan Favorites including O Come, O Come Emmanuel and Little Drummer Boy, along with the silliness of The Grinch. Be transported to faraway lands through the ethnic sounds of Celtic and Middle Eastern music, and become part of the fun with an audience sing-along.

The Traveler Christmas concert is a truly magical experience that is filled with all the joy the holiday can bring.