OLOTEAS June Event
By Jayson | May 11, 2009
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky invites all to join us for our June event. The event includes an evening ritual in a stone circle, a workshop, a potluck feast, an indoor pool/hot tub, and wetlands to explore.
Date: Saturday, June 27th ~ 2 pm - 10:30 pm
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road - Redmond 98053 (see directions below)
June is also a great time to pre-register for our Earth and Sky Pagan Campout next month. Pre-register by mail or in person on June 27. See our website for the details!
Event Schedule:
10:00am Work Party (Please do not arrive before 2:00 pm unless you are attending the work party)
2:00pm Site Opens
2:30pm Opening Circle and Orientation
3:00pm Kid’s Workshop: “Sacred Art”
3:00pm Workshop: “Exploring Practical Magick”
6:00pm Potluck Feast
7:00pm Newcomers’ Discussion
7:45pm Pre-Ritual Discussion with Ritual to Follow
10:15pm Pool/Hot Tub and Shrine Close
10:30pm Closing Circle, Site Closes, Clean Up
Workshop: 3PM – 4PM, Library: “Sacred Art” (with Ruthie & Josh)
Young kids and under 18’s are welcome to join us for a class on Sacred Art, the magick of color and shape. Come explore beauty and personal expression with us as we connect to the worlds in ways both ancient and new. If the weather is sunny, this workshop will be held outside.
Workshop: 3PM - 4PM, Blockhouse: “Exploring Practical Magick” (With Rhea, Raven & Amanda)
Natural Magick, Traditional Magick, the Eight Fold Path of Traditional Wicca, Wild Magick, Ceremonial Magick and Deity Work – fitting the pieces together into personal practice. Come explore both theory and practice with “Dark Matters”, a circle in the “Nightwing” branch of the Old Feri Tradition. [Parental advice: this workshop contains mature content].
June Ritual: 7:45 PM, Meet for Pre-ritual near the Stone Circle (By Raven , Rhea & Amanda)
“Dark Matters”, a circle in the “Nightwing” branch of the Old Feri Tradition, presents an interactive ritual that includes turning the wheel, a story, and a journey through the labyrinth (kid and adult friendly). Bring drums and participate in drumming and dancing to celebrate the Summer turning of the wheel. Dress up, play, and bring both your frivolous and serious selves to the Summer revels!
What to Bring:
Snacks for yourself, a potluck item to share, and your own feastgear (plate, cup, utensils), as on-site supplies are limited. No meat may be prepared on the kitchen surfaces (pre-cooked meat is acceptable). No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed at OLOTEAS events.
You might also want to bring a towel for pool/hot tub use (note: the pool area is clothing-optional). Shoes cannot be worn inside, so please wear a pair that can be slipped easily on and off. We strive to do the main ritual outside, regardless of weather, so please bring layered clothing for colder/wetter weather if desired. Feel free to bring and play your drums or other instruments. Also, please note that, due to allergy and wildlife concerns, no pets are allowed on site (except service animals).
Registration:
We request a donation of $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children 13-17, and $2.00 for children 2-12; this includes all aspects of the event. It is important for event and ritual planning that *all* people check in at the front door. Please do not arrive before 2:00 pm unless you want to attend the work party at 10:00 am.
A Note About Children:
This site features a swimming pool, hot tub, and numerous natural outside features that pose potential risks for unattended children; therefore, children MUST be under adult supervision (in line-of-sight) at ALL times during this event. With respect to the pool, an individual adult may be responsible FOR NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN (those 13 and under). There are no organized children’s activities, although there are games and crafts for kids.
A Note About Noise at the Longhouse:
The Longhouse requires that participants keep the noise level very low after 10:00 pm. Loud noise includes car alarms (so make sure your alarm is turned off), car muffler issues or backfiring (if your vehicle has issues, please park at the top of the hill parking lot), loud motorcycle engines (again, please park at the top of the hill parking lot), drumming or other music (if it continues long after ritual, please stop and ask a staff member if there is a space indoors where drumming or other music could continue until 10 pm), and loud talking in the parking lot (voices carry over to the neighbors’ property). Also, please be considerate by entering and exiting the site quietly.
A Note About Parking and Carpooling:
There is limited parking at this site - please carpool if at all possible. Once at the site, due to limited space and potential number of participants, we advise that folks leave most personal belongings in their vehicles.
Directions:
Take 520 eastbound to the Redmond Way/Fall City (WA 202) Exit. Turn right at the light at the end of the off ramp. Go approximately 5 miles on Redmond-Fall City Road. Driveway is on the right, 23301 (directly across from Guardwell Storage). If you pass Albertson’s, you have gone about 100 yards too far. When you first pull into the drive you should immediately see a large wooden sign that says The Longhouse; if you don’t you are in the neighbors’ drive.
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky
PO Box 20032
Seattle, WA 98102
Website: http://www.oloteas.org/
Email: oloteas@oloteas.org
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