Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month...
Our Next Event is: 
Saturday, December 27, 2025
At the Longhouse in Redmond
​
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky invites all to join us for our December services! 🎄
Featuring Young Adult & Occult discussion, StitchNWitch, combined Sock Exchange, Bardic, and wreath-making for all ages, New Year's ritual, and singing circle! ​Plus, indoor swimming, potluck, and community!

​Date: Saturday, December 27, 2pm – 9:30pm 
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053 (see directions below)

Schedule of Events:
2:00 Longhouse Site opens
2:30 Opening Circle (with Robert)
3:00 All-Ages Activity: StitchNWitch (with Stephanie)
3:00 Young Adult & Occult Discussion (ages ~15-25): Community Leadership (with Valentine)
4:00 All-Ages: Sock Exchange, Bardic, and Wreath Making (with Abhainn) 
5:30 Potluck (please bring your own feast gear)
6:30 Newcomers’ Orientation (with Laura)
7:00 Pre-Ritual Discussion with Ritual to follow: New Year's Advice (with Sebastien)
After Ritual: Singing Circle (with Shay & Tully)
9:00 Cleanup begins (with Tarrent)
9:30 Closing Circle and Site Closes (with Tarrent)


As a community we care for each other:
OLOTEAS is designed to be a safe space for everyone. We each have different spiritual and cultural backgrounds, and we come together to intentionally create a welcoming and inclusive environment in which personal responsibility is encouraged, and bodily autonomy is respected. We ask everyone to participate in our welcoming culture as you interact with others here.

• Please shower before entering the pool and hot tub.​
• Please wear a mask if you are more comfortable doing so. 
• We ask that you wash your hands frequently, especially before and after Potluck and before having treats from the coffee bar. 
• Please do not attend if you are experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness.
• No alcohol or non-prescribed drugs are allowed on site.
• ​Predatory behavior is not tolerated. 

Questions or concerns? Please send email to [email protected].
​
​
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Workshops & Rituals:

2:00 pm: Longhouse site opens

2:30 pm: Opening Circle (with Robert)

3:00 pm: All-Ages Activity: StitchNWitch (with Stephanie)
StitchNWitch is a social gathering where the community can come together with their favorite crafts (it doesn't have to be stitching!) and join one another in a shared love of crafting and open round-table-style conversation about various topics and interests.

3:00 pm: Young Adult & Occult Discussion Group: Community Leadership (with Valentine)
Young Adult & Occult is a space for Pagans in their late teens and early twenties (roughly 15-25) to build community and learn together that is held monthly at OLOTEAS events (and sometimes offsite). At this month's Young Adult & Occult: We will discuss the role of clergy and leadership in Pagan community.

4:00 pm: All-Ages: Sock Exchange, Bardic, and Wreath Making (with Abhainn) 
Bringing back the OLOTEAS December sock exchange! The Sock Exchange is a random gift exchange. If you can, please bring a new pair of socks; place one inside the other, and fill the stuffed sock with any small treats or goodies you would like to pass on to another community member. Please do not spend more than $25 on your stocking gift. Stuffed socks will be distributed during the Bardic Circle. We will also provide supplies for wreath-making as an all-ages activity, and St. Lucia will come to give gifts to children in the community!

5:30 pm: Potluck -- please bring your own feast gear
We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) to avoid the use of disposable dinnerware.

6:30 pm: Newcomers' Orientation (with Laura)
New to Pagan events or to OLOTEAS? Come to the newcomers' discussion! We'll give you the basics of what you should know, answer any questions you have, and go over more info about what to expect from our rituals and events.

7:00 pm: Pre-Ritual Discussion, followed by Ritual: New Year's Advice (with Sebastien) 
Join us as we call upon Apollo to ask for advice on moving into the new year with mindfulness.

After Ritual: Singing Circle (with Shay & Tully)
Join us in the library right after ritual for community singing and winter carols! We will sing a selection of Pagan chants and songs. All levels of experience are welcome.

9:00 pm: Cleanup begins (with Tarrent)

9:30 pm: Closing Circle and site closes (with Tarrent)




-- December: The Pan/Aphrodite Shrine is closed this month



----------------------------------------------------------------------

Wanna chat between events?
Join us on the OLOTEAS Discord server!
https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED


What to Bring to the Longhouse:
Please bring a potluck dish to share. No meat may be prepared on the kitchen surfaces (pre-cooked meat is acceptable). We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) -- this avoids the use of disposable dinnerware. No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed at OLOTEAS events. Bring a towel for pool/hot tub use. The Longhouse no longer loans out towels -- please bring your own. (Note: the pool area is clothing-optional.) Shoes cannot be worn indoors, 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:
Please check in at the front door when you arrive on-site. We are sustained, and do our part to sustain our community and the wider world, through a multidirectional flow of resource contributions. These contributions include but are not limited to money, skill, talent, and material goods. We ask all those who are able to make a money donation when they come to events (usually $10 for ages 13 and up, and we're not requesting donations for ages 12 and under). This is a request, no one ever has or ever will be turned away from a regular OLOTEAS event for lack of funds, but we do sincerely ask for it if you are able.

A Note About Children:
This site features a swimming pool, hot tub, and many natural outside features that pose potential risks for unattended children. Parents are responsible for the safety and behavior of their children at OLOTEAS events. All children under 13 must be supervised at ALL times. If outdoors, or in the pool area, children must be within line-of-site of their parent or caregiver. In the pool area, an individual adult may be responsible FOR NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN (those under 13). Most events offer a kids' class or activity for younger kids and a Young Adult & Occult discussion group (ages 15-25). There are also some games and craft supplies available. 

A Note About Parking and Carpooling:
Parking availability at the Longhouse is limited – please carpool if at all possible. Park near the outdoor "Registration" booth or along the stretch of the driveway near the outdoor kitchen and stage areas. Please park close to the adjacent vehicle, but be considerate of vehicles displaying disability license plates or signs. Once at the site, due to limited space, we advise that folks leave most personal belongings in their vehicles. There is no public transit option for the Longhouse, so if you are able to offer a ride or are looking for one, please feel free to post ride availability or requests to the OLOTEAS community email list or our Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/).

A Note About the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. Facebook group:
For the parents in our community, if you are not already a member, you may be interested in joining the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. group, where we will be sharing resources for education and entertainment for the kiddos who are stuck at home. This group is ONLY for family members of children in the OLOTEAS community, and is a private group. To join, please send a friend request to the OLOTEAS Pastor FB account (not the FB group), and also send a DM requesting membership. You will then receive an invitation to join the group.
Also see the GROWING UP PAGAN lesson plans and activity outlines available on our website now.

Healing Temple
Our virtual Healing Temple webpage is always open with resources for self-care and finding support.



Directions to the Longhouse:
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 SmartStop Self 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
Mailing address: 12345 Lake City Way NE #195 Seattle, WA 98125-5401
Longhouse event address: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053
Website: http://www.oloteas.org/
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/oloteas/
Discord server: https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED
Email: OLOTEAS (at) oloteas (dot) org


 

The OLOTEAS Community Longest Night Vigil
Starts 4pm Sat Dec 20th

All are welcome to join us online for our annual Longest Night Vigil, for the whole night or just for a little while. We will livestream Pacific Time sunset on Saturday December 20 and sunrise on Sunday December 21, and in between share stories, conversation, and community through the longest night of the year.

Time: Sat Dec 20 at 4pm - Sun Dec 21 at 8:15am
Zoom link on the website: https://www.oloteas.org/next-event.html

🌞

​Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month...
Our Next Event is: 
Saturday, November 22, 2025
At the Longhouse in Redmond
​
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky invites all to join us for our November services!
Featuring Young Adult & Occult discussion, kids' class, StitchNWitch, divination workshop, Ritual, and singing circle! ​Plus, indoor swimming, potluck, and community!

​Date: Saturday, November 22, 2pm – 9:30pm 
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053 (see directions below)
Full Details: https://www.oloteas.org/next-event.html

Schedule of Events:
2:00 Longhouse Site opens
2:30 Opening Circle (with Stephanie)
3:00 All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Tarrent)
3:00 Young Adult & Occult Discussion (ages ~15-25): Spirituality and Identity (with Tully)
4:00 Growing Up Pagan kids' class: Ritual Feasting (with Sebastien)
4:00 Workshop: Intro to Divination (with Robert)
5:30 Potluck (please bring your own feast gear)
6:30 Newcomers’ Orientation (with Laura)
7:00 Pre-Ritual Discussion with Ritual to follow: Community Web (with Shay)
After Ritual: Singing Circle (with Shay & Tully)
9:00 Cleanup begins (with Tarrent)
9:30 Closing Circle and Site Closes (with Tarrent)


As a community we care for each other:
OLOTEAS is designed to be a safe space for everyone. We each have different spiritual and cultural backgrounds, and we come together to intentionally create a welcoming and inclusive environment in which personal responsibility is encouraged, and bodily autonomy is respected. We ask everyone to participate in our welcoming culture as you interact with others here.

• Please shower before entering the pool and hot tub.​
• Please wear a mask if you are more comfortable doing so. 
• We ask that you wash your hands frequently, especially before and after Potluck and before having treats from the coffee bar. 
• Please do not attend if you are experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness.
• No alcohol or non-prescribed drugs are allowed on site.
• ​Predatory behavior is not tolerated. 

Questions or concerns? Please send email to [email protected].
​
​
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Workshops & Rituals:

2:00 pm: Longhouse site opens

2:30 pm: Opening Circle (with Stephanie)

3:00 pm: All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Tarrent)
StitchNWitch is a social gathering where the community can come together with their favorite crafts (it doesn't have to be stitching!) and join one another in a shared love of crafting and open round-table-style conversation about various topics and interests.

3:00 pm: Young Adult & Occult Discussion Group: Spirituality and Identity (with Tully)
Young Adult & Occult is a space for Pagans in their late teens and early twenties (roughly 15-25) to build community and learn together that is held monthly at OLOTEAS events (and sometimes offsite). At this month's Young Adult & Occult: We will discuss identity, and the ways that Pagan spirituality interacts with other identities.

4:00 pm: Growing Up Pagan: Ritual Feasting (with Sebastien)
This is a series of classes about what it means to grow up Pagan – taught by Pagan kids, for Pagan kids. We are all young adults who grew up in Pagan families, and these classes draw on our personal experiences of what we wish we had known growing up and the kids’ own questions about what it means to be Pagan. At this month's Growing Up Pagan: We will learn about spiritual feasting and food and drink in ritual.

4:00 pm: Workshop: Intro to Divination (with Robert)
A brief discussion of the history, methods, and uses of divination, and the physics and metaphysics that may underpin them.

5:30 pm: Potluck -- please bring your own feast gear
We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) to avoid the use of disposable dinnerware.

6:30 pm: Newcomers' Orientation (with Laura)
New to Pagan events or to OLOTEAS? Come to the newcomers' discussion! We'll give you the basics of what you should know, answer any questions you have, and go over more info about what to expect from our rituals and events.

7:00 pm: Pre-Ritual Discussion, followed by Ritual: Community Web (with Shay) 
In this ritual we will recognize and celebrate how we create ourselves and come together to create a community.

After Ritual: Singing Circle (with Shay & Tully)
Join us after ritual for community singing! We will sing a selection of Pagan chants and songs. All levels of experience are welcome.

9:00 pm: Cleanup begins (with Tarrent)

9:30 pm: Closing Circle and site closes (with Tarrent)



​


-- November: The Pan/Aphrodite Shrine is closed this month



----------------------------------------------------------------------

Wanna chat between events?
Join us on the OLOTEAS Discord server!
https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED


What to Bring to the Longhouse:
Please bring a potluck dish to share. No meat may be prepared on the kitchen surfaces (pre-cooked meat is acceptable). We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) -- this avoids the use of disposable dinnerware. No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed at OLOTEAS events. Bring a towel for pool/hot tub use. The Longhouse no longer loans out towels -- please bring your own. (Note: the pool area is clothing-optional.) Shoes cannot be worn indoors, 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:
Please check in at the front door when you arrive on-site. We are sustained, and do our part to sustain our community and the wider world, through a multidirectional flow of resource contributions. These contributions include but are not limited to money, skill, talent, and material goods. We ask all those who are able to make a money donation when they come to events (usually $10 for ages 13 and up, and we're not requesting donations for ages 12 and under). This is a request, no one ever has or ever will be turned away from a regular OLOTEAS event for lack of funds, but we do sincerely ask for it if you are able.

A Note About Children:
This site features a swimming pool, hot tub, and many natural outside features that pose potential risks for unattended children. Parents are responsible for the safety and behavior of their children at OLOTEAS events. All children under 13 must be supervised at ALL times. If outdoors, or in the pool area, children must be within line-of-site of their parent or caregiver. In the pool area, an individual adult may be responsible FOR NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN (those under 13). Most events offer a kids' class or activity for younger kids and a Young Adult & Occult discussion group (ages 15-25). There are also some games and craft supplies available. 

A Note About Parking and Carpooling:
Parking availability at the Longhouse is limited – please carpool if at all possible. Park near the outdoor "Registration" booth or along the stretch of the driveway near the outdoor kitchen and stage areas. Please park close to the adjacent vehicle, but be considerate of vehicles displaying disability license plates or signs. Once at the site, due to limited space, we advise that folks leave most personal belongings in their vehicles. There is no public transit option for the Longhouse, so if you are able to offer a ride or are looking for one, please feel free to post ride availability or requests to the OLOTEAS community email list or our Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/).

A Note About the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. Facebook group:
For the parents in our community, if you are not already a member, you may be interested in joining the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. group, where we will be sharing resources for education and entertainment for the kiddos who are stuck at home. This group is ONLY for family members of children in the OLOTEAS community, and is a private group. To join, please send a friend request to the OLOTEAS Pastor FB account (not the FB group), and also send a DM requesting membership. You will then receive an invitation to join the group.
Also see the GROWING UP PAGAN lesson plans and activity outlines available on our website now.

Healing Temple
Our virtual Healing Temple webpage is always open with resources for self-care and finding support.



Directions to the Longhouse:
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 SmartStop Self 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
Mailing address: 12345 Lake City Way NE #195 Seattle, WA 98125-5401
Longhouse event address: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053
Website: http://www.oloteas.org/
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/oloteas/
Discord server: https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED
Email: OLOTEAS (at) oloteas (dot) org
 
 

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Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month...
Our Next Event is: 
Tomorrow, Saturday, October 25, 2025
At the Longhouse in Redmond
​
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky invites all to join us for our October Samhain services!
Featuring Young Adult & Occult discussion, kids' pumpkin carving, workshop Planning a Pagan Funeral with special guest presenter Cassie Gendlek, Pick of the Potluck competition, Samhain ritual honoring our beloved dead, and annual youth leadership Bake Sale!

​Date: Tomorrow, Sat October 25, 2pm – 9:30pm 
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053 (see directions below)

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Special Notes

This month we will read in ritual the names of the beloved dead who have passed
If you wish to add a name to the list, email it to [email protected] before 5pm on Friday, October 24. Please include a pronunciation guide. You do not need to be present at the event to submit a name. Names of any beloved beings, not just humans, are welcome.

Bake Sale!: This month the OLOTEAS youth leadership will run their annual Samhain bake sale! All proceeds go to OLOTEAS and youth programming. Pay for goodies with cash or PayPal. Gluten-Free, vegan, and sugar-free baked goods will be available!

Pick of the Potluck
Bring your favorite homemade dish -- this month we'll again have a Pick of the Potluck competition! :)​

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Schedule of Events:
 Ongoing during event: Bake Sale! (cash or PayPal) 
2:00 Longhouse Site opens
2:30 Opening Circle (with Robert)
3:00 All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Stephanie)
3:00 Young Adult & Occult Discussion (ages ~15-25): Views on Death (with Abhainn)
4:00 Memorial votive altar is open
4:00 Growing Up Pagan kids' class: Carving Pumpkins! (with Shay and Valentine)
4:00 Workshop: Planning a Pagan Funeral (with guest presenter Cassie Gendlek)
5:30 Potluck & Pick of the Potluck :) (please bring your own feast gear)
6:30 Newcomers’ Orientation (with Laura)
7:00 Pre-Ritual Discussion with Ritual to follow: Facing Sorrow and Fear with Community (with Tarrent)
After Ritual: Healing Temple is open
9:00 Cleanup begins (with Jane)
9:30 Closing Circle and Site Closes (with Jane)


As a community we care for each other:
OLOTEAS is designed to be a safe space for everyone. We each have different spiritual and cultural backgrounds, and we come together to intentionally create a welcoming and inclusive environment in which personal responsibility is encouraged, and bodily autonomy is respected. We ask everyone to participate in our welcoming culture as you interact with others here.

• Please shower before entering the pool and hot tub.​
• Please wear a mask if you are more comfortable doing so. 
• We ask that you wash your hands frequently, especially before and after Potluck and before having treats from the coffee bar. 
• Please do not attend if you are experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness.
• No alcohol or non-prescribed drugs are allowed on site.
• ​Predatory behavior is not tolerated. 

Questions or concerns? Please send email to [email protected].
​
​
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Workshops & Rituals:

2:00 pm: Longhouse site opens

Ongoing during the event: Bake Sale! (cash or PayPal)
This month the OLOTEAS youth leadership will run their annual Samhain bake sale! All proceeds go to OLOTEAS and youth programming. Pay for goodies with cash or PayPal. Gluten-Free, vegan, and sugar-free baked goods will be available! 

2:30 pm: Opening Circle (with Robert)

3:00 pm: All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Stephanie)
StitchNWitch is a social gathering where the community can come together with their favorite crafts (it doesn't have to be stitching!) and join one another in a shared love of crafting and open round-table-style conversation about various topics and interests.

3:00 pm: Young Adult & Occult Discussion Group: Views on Death (with Abhainn)
Young Adult & Occult is a space for Pagans in their late teens and early twenties (roughly 15-25) to build community and learn together that is held monthly at OLOTEAS events (and sometimes offsite). At this month's Young Adult & Occult: We will discuss beliefs and practices around death and the afterlife.

4:00 pm: Growing Up Pagan: Carving Pumpkins! (with Shay and Valentine)
This is a series of classes about what it means to grow up Pagan – taught by Pagan kids, for Pagan kids. We are all young adults who grew up in Pagan families, and these classes draw on our personal experiences of what we wish we had known growing up and the kids’ own questions about what it means to be Pagan. At this month's Growing Up Pagan: We will carve pumpkins in the Blockhouse! All pumpkins and carving supplies will be provided. 

4:00 pm: Memorial votive altar is open -- to the West of the Stone Circle
All are welcome to light a candle at the memorial votive altar, to remember our Beloved Dead.

4:00 pm: Workshop: Planning a Pagan Funeral (with guest presenter Cassie Gendelk)

5:30 pm: Potluck & Pick of the Potluck -- please bring your own feast gear
We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) to avoid the use of disposable dinnerware.
Bring your favorite homemade dish -- this month we're again having a Pick of the Potluck competition! :)

6:30 pm: Newcomers' Orientation (with Laura)
New to Pagan events or to OLOTEAS? Come to the newcomers' discussion! We'll give you the basics of what you should know, answer any questions you have, and go over more info about what to expect from our rituals and events.

7:00 pm: Pre-Ritual Discussion, followed by Ritual: Facing Sorrow and Fear with Community (with Tarrent) 
We come together in community to name our Sorrows and Fears, and to make space for grieving and honoring our beloved dead and ancestors. 
After the ritual, a Healing Temple will be open. The Healing Temple is a space offered for rest, refreshment, self-care, and contemplation. Help is available for grounding and centering or to lend a listening ear. 
NOTE: As is our custom, we will read the names of our beloved and mighty dead during the ritual.  If you have a name to be read, please send it to [email protected] before 5pm on Friday, October 24 . Please include a pronunciation guide. You do not need to be present at the event to submit a name. Names of any beloved beings, not just humans, are welcome.

9:00 pm: Cleanup begins (with Jane)

9:30 pm: Closing Circle and site closes (with Jane)




-- October: The Pan/Aphrodite Shrine is open this month, in the Greenhouse. 



----------------------------------------------------------------------

Wanna chat between events?
Join us on the OLOTEAS Discord server!
https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED


What to Bring to the Longhouse:
Please bring a potluck dish to share. No meat may be prepared on the kitchen surfaces (pre-cooked meat is acceptable). We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) -- this avoids the use of disposable dinnerware. No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed at OLOTEAS events. Bring a towel for pool/hot tub use. The Longhouse no longer loans out towels -- please bring your own. (Note: the pool area is clothing-optional.) Shoes cannot be worn indoors, 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:
Please check in at the front door when you arrive on-site. We are sustained, and do our part to sustain our community and the wider world, through a multidirectional flow of resource contributions. These contributions include but are not limited to money, skill, talent, and material goods. We ask all those who are able to make a money donation when they come to events (usually $10 for ages 13 and up, and we're not requesting donations for ages 12 and under). This is a request, no one ever has or ever will be turned away from a regular OLOTEAS event for lack of funds, but we do sincerely ask for it if you are able.

A Note About Children:
This site features a swimming pool, hot tub, and many natural outside features that pose potential risks for unattended children. Parents are responsible for the safety and behavior of their children at OLOTEAS events. All children under 13 must be supervised at ALL times. If outdoors, or in the pool area, children must be within line-of-site of their parent or caregiver. In the pool area, an individual adult may be responsible FOR NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN (those under 13). Most events offer a kids' class or activity for younger kids and a Young Adult & Occult discussion group (ages 15-25). There are also some games and craft supplies available. 

A Note About Parking and Carpooling:
Parking availability at the Longhouse is limited – please carpool if at all possible. Park near the outdoor "Registration" booth or along the stretch of the driveway near the outdoor kitchen and stage areas. Please park close to the adjacent vehicle, but be considerate of vehicles displaying disability license plates or signs. Once at the site, due to limited space, we advise that folks leave most personal belongings in their vehicles. There is no public transit option for the Longhouse, so if you are able to offer a ride or are looking for one, please feel free to post ride availability or requests to the OLOTEAS community email list or our Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/).

A Note About the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. Facebook group:
For the parents in our community, if you are not already a member, you may be interested in joining the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. group, where we will be sharing resources for education and entertainment for the kiddos who are stuck at home. This group is ONLY for family members of children in the OLOTEAS community, and is a private group. To join, please send a friend request to the OLOTEAS Pastor FB account (not the FB group), and also send a DM requesting membership. You will then receive an invitation to join the group.
Also see the GROWING UP PAGAN lesson plans and activity outlines available on our website now.

Healing Temple
Our virtual Healing Temple webpage is always open with resources for self-care and finding support.



Directions to the Longhouse:
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 SmartStop Self 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
Mailing address: 12345 Lake City Way NE #195 Seattle, WA 98125-5401
Longhouse event address: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053
Website: http://www.oloteas.org/
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/oloteas/
Discord server: https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED
Email: OLOTEAS (at) oloteas (dot) org

​Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month...
Our Next Event is: 
Saturday, September 27, 2025
At the Longhouse in Redmond
​
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky invites all to join us for our September services!
Featuring a Singing workshop, kids' activity, Pick of the Potluck competition, ritual, drum circle, indoor swimming, and Community Meeting beginning our 30th year!

​Date: Saturday, September 27, 2pm – 9:30pm
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053 (see directions below)

NOTE: We'll have a Pick of the Potluck competition this month. :) 
And don't miss the Singing workshop early in the schedule, at 3pm!

Schedule of Events:
2:00 Longhouse Site opens
2:30 Opening Circle (with Stephanie)
3:00 Workshop: Singing Workshop (with Shay)
4:00 Growing Up Pagan: Holy Texts (with the Magickal Miscreants)
4:00 Community Meeting: Come and Celebrate OLOTEAS's 30th Birthday! (with Jane and All)
5:30 Potluck & Pick of the Potluck :) (please bring your own feast gear)
6:30 Newcomers’ Orientation (with Laura)
7:00 Pre-Ritual Discussion with Ritual to follow -- Falling Leaves Ritual (with Sebastien and Shay)
After Ritual: Drum Circle in the Blockhouse (with Tully and Shay)
9:00 Cleanup begins (with Tarrent)
9:30 Closing Circle and Site Closes (with Tarrent)


As a community we care for each other:
OLOTEAS is designed to be a safe space for everyone. We each have different spiritual and cultural backgrounds, and we come together to intentionally create a welcoming and inclusive environment in which personal responsibility is encouraged, and bodily autonomy is respected. We ask everyone to participate in our welcoming culture as you interact with others here.

• Please shower before entering the pool and hot tub.​
• Please wear a mask if you are more comfortable doing so. 
• We ask that you wash your hands frequently, especially before and after Potluck and before having treats from the coffee bar. 
• Please do not attend if you are experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness.
• No alcohol or non-prescribed drugs are allowed on site.
• ​Predatory behavior is not tolerated. 

Questions or concerns? Please send email to [email protected].
​
​
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Workshops & Rituals:

2:00 pm: Longhouse site opens

2:30 pm: Opening Circle (with Stephanie)

​3:00 pm: Workshop: Singing (with Shay)
This workshop will cover fundamental vocal techniques to improve clarity, projection, and resonance. Intended for beginner to intermediate singers -- come join us! 

4:00 pm: Growing Up Pagan: Holy Texts (with the Magickal Miscreants)
This is a series of classes about what it means to grow up Pagan – taught by Pagan kids, for Pagan kids. We are all young adults who grew up in Pagan families, and these classes draw on our personal experiences of what we wish we had known growing up and the kids’ own questions about what it means to be Pagan. At this month's Growing Up Pagan: We’ll learn about the different ways we can read holy text by acting out a story from Norse mythology.

4:00 pm: Community Meeting: Come and Celebrate OLOTEAS's 30th Birthday! (with Jane and All)
Have a favorite thing we used to do, or a favorite ritual you fondly remember? Come tell us and if there's interest, we'll revive it this year! There will be cake!

5:30 pm: Potluck & Pick of the Potluck -- please bring your own feast gear
We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) to avoid the use of disposable dinnerware.
This month we're having a Pick of the Potluck competition! :)

6:30 pm: Newcomers' Orientation (with Laura)
New to Pagan events or to OLOTEAS? Come to the newcomers' discussion! We'll give you the basics of what you should know, answer any questions you have, and go over more info about what to expect from our rituals and events.

7:00 pm: Pre-Ritual Discussion, followed by Ritual: Falling Leaves Ritual (with Sebastien and Shay) 
As the seasons change, we come together to let go of what we don’t need and focus our energy going forward.

After Ritual: Drum Circle in the Blockhouse (with Tully and Shay)
Join us after ritual for community drumming and dancing.
Drums are available to borrow, or bring your own.
Beginners welcome!

9:00 pm: Cleanup begins (with Tarrent)

9:30 pm: Closing Circle and site closes (with Tarrent)




-- September: The Pan/Aphrodite Shrine is closed this month. 



----------------------------------------------------------------------

Wanna chat between events?
Join us on the OLOTEAS Discord server!
https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED


What to Bring to the Longhouse:
Please bring a potluck dish to share. No meat may be prepared on the kitchen surfaces (pre-cooked meat is acceptable). We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) -- this avoids the use of disposable dinnerware. No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed at OLOTEAS events. Bring a towel for pool/hot tub use. The Longhouse no longer loans out towels -- please bring your own. (Note: the pool area is clothing-optional.) Shoes cannot be worn indoors, 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:
Please check in at the front door when you arrive on-site. We are sustained, and do our part to sustain our community and the wider world, through a multidirectional flow of resource contributions. These contributions include but are not limited to money, skill, talent, and material goods. We ask all those who are able to make a money donation when they come to events (usually $10 for ages 13 and up, and we're not requesting donations for ages 12 and under). This is a request, no one ever has or ever will be turned away from a regular OLOTEAS event for lack of funds, but we do sincerely ask for it if you are able.

A Note About Children:
This site features a swimming pool, hot tub, and many natural outside features that pose potential risks for unattended children. Parents are responsible for the safety and behavior of their children at OLOTEAS events. All children under 13 must be supervised at ALL times. If outdoors, or in the pool area, children must be within line-of-site of their parent or caregiver. In the pool area, an individual adult may be responsible FOR NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN (those under 13). Most events offer a kids' class or activity for younger kids and a Young Adult & Occult discussion group (ages 15-25). There are also some games and craft supplies available. 

A Note About Parking and Carpooling:
Parking availability at the Longhouse is limited – please carpool if at all possible. Park near the outdoor "Registration" booth or along the stretch of the driveway near the outdoor kitchen and stage areas. Please park close to the adjacent vehicle, but be considerate of vehicles displaying disability license plates or signs. Once at the site, due to limited space, we advise that folks leave most personal belongings in their vehicles. There is no public transit option for the Longhouse, so if you are able to offer a ride or are looking for one, please feel free to post ride availability or requests to the OLOTEAS community email list or our Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/).

A Note About the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. Facebook group:
For the parents in our community, if you are not already a member, you may be interested in joining the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. group, where we will be sharing resources for education and entertainment for the kiddos who are stuck at home. This group is ONLY for family members of children in the OLOTEAS community, and is a private group. To join, please send a friend request to the OLOTEAS Pastor FB account (not the FB group), and also send a DM requesting membership. You will then receive an invitation to join the group.
Also see the GROWING UP PAGAN lesson plans and activity outlines available on our website now.

Healing Temple
Our virtual Healing Temple webpage is always open with resources for self-care and finding support.



Directions to the Longhouse:
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 SmartStop Self 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
Mailing address: 12345 Lake City Way NE #195 Seattle, WA 98125-5401
Longhouse event address: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053
Website: http://www.oloteas.org/
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/oloteas/
Discord server: https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED
Email: OLOTEAS (at) oloteas (dot) org

Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month...
Our Next Event is: 
Saturday, June 28, 2025
At the Longhouse in Redmond
​
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky invites all to join us for our June services!
Featuring Young Adult & Occult discussion, kids' class, StitchNWitch, workshop, and Ritual! Plus, indoor swimming, potluck, and community!

​Date: Saturday, June 28, 2pm – 9:30pm
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053 (see directions below)


Schedule of Events:
2:00 Longhouse Site opens
2:30 Opening Circle (with Robert)
3:00 All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Tarrent)
3:00 Young Adult & Occult Discussion: Traditions: New and Old (with Tully)
4:00 GUP Kids' Activity: Animism and Spirits (with Abhainn)
4:00 Workshop: All-Ages Discussion: Topic TBD (with Sebastien)
5:30 Potluck (please bring your own feast gear)
6:30 Newcomers’ Orientation (with Laura)
7:00 Pre-Ritual Discussion with Ritual to follow: A Ritual for the Community, to Work Energy Toward Our Will (with Kimberly)
After Ritual: Drum Circle (with Tully and Shay)
9:00 Cleanup begins (with Sebastien)
9:30 Closing Circle and Site Closes (with Sebastien)


As a community we care for each other:
OLOTEAS is designed to be a safe space for everyone. We each have different spiritual and cultural backgrounds, and we come together to intentionally create a welcoming and inclusive environment in which personal responsibility is encouraged, and bodily autonomy is respected. We ask everyone to participate in our welcoming culture as you interact with others here.

• Please shower before entering the pool or hot tub.
• Please wear a mask if you are more comfortable doing so. 
• We ask that you wash your hands frequently, especially before and after Potluck and before having treats from the coffee bar. 
• Please do not attend if you are experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness.
• No alcohol or non-prescribed drugs are allowed on site.
• ​Predatory behavior is not tolerated. 

Questions or concerns? Please send email to [email protected].
​
​
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Workshops & Rituals:

2:00 pm: Longhouse site opens

2:30 pm: Opening Circle (with Robert)

​3:00 pm: All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Tarrent)
StitchNWitch is a social gathering where the community can come together with their favorite crafts (it doesn't have to be stitching!) and join one another in a shared love of crafting and open round-table-style conversation about various topics and interests.

3:00 pm: Young Adult & Occult Discussion Group: New and Old (with Tully)
Young Adult & Occult is a space for Pagans in their late teens and early twenties (roughly 15-25) to build community and learn together that is held monthly at OLOTEAS events (and sometimes offsite). At this month's Young Adult & Occult: We will discuss the ways we incorporate established traditions and new approaches in our own spiritual practices.

4:00 pm: GUP Kids' Activity: Animism and Spirits (with Abhainn)
This is a series of classes about what it means to grow up Pagan – taught by Pagan kids, for Pagan kids. We are all young adults who grew up in Pagan families, and these classes draw on our personal experiences of what we wish we had known growing up and the kids’ own questions about what it means to be Pagan. At this month's Growing Up Pagan: We will learn about animism and spirits while drawing plants in the garden.
Please send your kids with sunscreen already applied!

4:00 pm:  Workshop: All-Ages Discussion (with Sebastien)
Topic TBD

5:30 pm: Potluck -- please bring your own feast gear
We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) to avoid the use of disposable dinnerware.

6:30 pm: Newcomers' Orientation (with Laura)
New to Pagan events or to OLOTEAS? Come to the newcomers' discussion! We'll give you the basics of what you should know, answer any questions you have, and go over more info about what to expect from our rituals and events.

7:00 pm: Pre-Ritual Discussion, followed by Ritual: A Ritual for the Community, to Work Energy Toward Our Will (with Kimberly) 
We come together to share our gratitudes and raise energy together towards the wishes we have for the world, our community, and ourselves. All energy raised will be for the good of all and harming none. Feel free to bring your drums for after ritual!

After Ritual: Drum Circle (with Tully and Shay)
Join us after ritual for community drumming and dancing.
Drums are available to borrow, or bring your own.
Beginners welcome!

9:00 pm: Cleanup begins (with Sebastien)

9:30 pm: Closing Circle and site closes (with Sebastien)




-- June: The Pan/Aphrodite Shrine is closed this month.




----------------------------------------------------------------------

Wanna chat between events?
Join us on the OLOTEAS Discord server!
https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED


What to Bring to the Longhouse:
Please bring a potluck dish to share. No meat may be prepared on the kitchen surfaces (pre-cooked meat is acceptable). We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) -- this avoids the use of disposable dinnerware. No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed at OLOTEAS events. Bring a towel for pool/hot tub use. The Longhouse no longer loans out towels -- please bring your own. (Note: the pool area is clothing-optional.) Shoes cannot be worn indoors, 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:
Please check in at the front door when you arrive on-site. We are sustained, and do our part to sustain our community and the wider world, through a multidirectional flow of resource contributions. These contributions include but are not limited to money, skill, talent, and material goods. We ask all those who are able to make a money donation when they come to events (usually $10 for ages 13 and up, and we're not requesting donations for ages 12 and under). This is a request, no one ever has or ever will be turned away from a regular OLOTEAS event for lack of funds, but we do sincerely ask for it if you are able.

A Note About Children:
This site features a swimming pool, hot tub, and many natural outside features that pose potential risks for unattended children. Parents are responsible for the safety and behavior of their children at OLOTEAS events. All children under 13 must be supervised at ALL times. If outdoors, or in the pool area, children must be within line-of-site of their parent or caregiver. In the pool area, an individual adult may be responsible FOR NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN (those under 13). Most events offer a kids' class or activity for younger kids and a Young Adult & Occult discussion group (ages 15-25). There are also some games and craft supplies available. 

A Note About Parking and Carpooling:
Parking availability at the Longhouse is limited – please carpool if at all possible. Park near the outdoor "Registration" booth or along the stretch of the driveway near the outdoor kitchen and stage areas. Please park close to the adjacent vehicle, but be considerate of vehicles displaying disability license plates or signs. Once at the site, due to limited space, we advise that folks leave most personal belongings in their vehicles. There is no public transit option for the Longhouse, so if you are able to offer a ride or are looking for one, please feel free to post ride availability or requests to the OLOTEAS community email list or our Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/).

A Note About the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. Facebook group:
For the parents in our community, if you are not already a member, you may be interested in joining the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. group, where we will be sharing resources for education and entertainment for the kiddos who are stuck at home. This group is ONLY for family members of children in the OLOTEAS community, and is a private group. To join, please send a friend request to the OLOTEAS Pastor FB account (not the FB group), and also send a DM requesting membership. You will then receive an invitation to join the group.
Also see the GROWING UP PAGAN lesson plans and activity outlines available on our website now.

Healing Temple
Our virtual Healing Temple webpage is always open with resources for self-care and finding support.



Directions to the Longhouse:
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 SmartStop Self 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. There is a large "Invited Guests Only" sign – OLOTEAS Participants are invited guests of the Longhouse.

Our Lady of the Earth and Sky
Mailing address: 12345 Lake City Way NE #195 Seattle, WA 98125-5401
Longhouse event address: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053
Website: http://www.oloteas.org/
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/oloteas/
Discord server: https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED
Email: OLOTEAS (at) oloteas (dot) org
Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month...
Our Next Event is: 
Saturday, June 28, 2025
At the Longhouse in Redmond
​
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky invites all to join us for our June services!
Featuring Young Adult & Occult discussion, kids' class, StitchNWitch, workshop, and Ritual! Plus, indoor swimming, potluck, and community!

​Date: Saturday, June 28, 2pm – 9:30pm
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053 (see directions below)


Schedule of Events:
2:00 Longhouse Site opens
2:30 Opening Circle (with Robert)
3:00 All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Tarrent)
3:00 Young Adult & Occult Discussion: Traditions: New and Old (with Tully)
4:00 GUP Kids' Activity: Animism and Spirits (with Abhainn)
4:00 Workshop: All-Ages Discussion: Topic TBD (with Sebastien)
5:30 Potluck (please bring your own feast gear)
6:30 Newcomers’ Orientation (with Laura)
7:00 Pre-Ritual Discussion with Ritual to follow: A Ritual for the Community, to Work Energy Toward Our Will (with Kimberly)
After Ritual: Drum Circle (with Tully and Shay)
9:00 Cleanup begins (with Sebastien)
9:30 Closing Circle and Site Closes (with Sebastien)


As a community we care for each other:
OLOTEAS is designed to be a safe space for everyone. We each have different spiritual and cultural backgrounds, and we come together to intentionally create a welcoming and inclusive environment in which personal responsibility is encouraged, and bodily autonomy is respected. We ask everyone to participate in our welcoming culture as you interact with others here.

• Please shower before entering the pool or hot tub.
• Please wear a mask if you are more comfortable doing so. 
• We ask that you wash your hands frequently, especially before and after Potluck and before having treats from the coffee bar. 
• Please do not attend if you are experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness.
• No alcohol or non-prescribed drugs are allowed on site.
• ​Predatory behavior is not tolerated. 

Questions or concerns? Please send email to [email protected].
​
​
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Workshops & Rituals:

2:00 pm: Longhouse site opens

2:30 pm: Opening Circle (with Robert)

​3:00 pm: All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Tarrent)
StitchNWitch is a social gathering where the community can come together with their favorite crafts (it doesn't have to be stitching!) and join one another in a shared love of crafting and open round-table-style conversation about various topics and interests.

3:00 pm: Young Adult & Occult Discussion Group: New and Old (with Tully)
Young Adult & Occult is a space for Pagans in their late teens and early twenties (roughly 15-25) to build community and learn together that is held monthly at OLOTEAS events (and sometimes offsite). At this month's Young Adult & Occult: We will discuss the ways we incorporate established traditions and new approaches in our own spiritual practices.

4:00 pm: GUP Kids' Activity: Animism and Spirits (with Abhainn)
This is a series of classes about what it means to grow up Pagan – taught by Pagan kids, for Pagan kids. We are all young adults who grew up in Pagan families, and these classes draw on our personal experiences of what we wish we had known growing up and the kids’ own questions about what it means to be Pagan. At this month's Growing Up Pagan: We will learn about animism and spirits while drawing plants in the garden.
Please send your kids with sunscreen already applied!

4:00 pm:  Workshop: All-Ages Discussion (with Sebastien)
Topic TBD

5:30 pm: Potluck -- please bring your own feast gear
We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) to avoid the use of disposable dinnerware.

6:30 pm: Newcomers' Orientation (with Laura)
New to Pagan events or to OLOTEAS? Come to the newcomers' discussion! We'll give you the basics of what you should know, answer any questions you have, and go over more info about what to expect from our rituals and events.

7:00 pm: Pre-Ritual Discussion, followed by Ritual: A Ritual for the Community, to Work Energy Toward Our Will (with Kimberly) 
We come together to share our gratitudes and raise energy together towards the wishes we have for the world, our community, and ourselves. All energy raised will be for the good of all and harming none. Feel free to bring your drums for after ritual!

After Ritual: Drum Circle (with Tully and Shay)
Join us after ritual for community drumming and dancing.
Drums are available to borrow, or bring your own.
Beginners welcome!

9:00 pm: Cleanup begins (with Sebastien)

9:30 pm: Closing Circle and site closes (with Sebastien)




-- June: The Pan/Aphrodite Shrine is closed this month.




----------------------------------------------------------------------

Wanna chat between events?
Join us on the OLOTEAS Discord server!
https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED


What to Bring to the Longhouse:
Please bring a potluck dish to share. No meat may be prepared on the kitchen surfaces (pre-cooked meat is acceptable). We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) -- this avoids the use of disposable dinnerware. No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed at OLOTEAS events. Bring a towel for pool/hot tub use. The Longhouse no longer loans out towels -- please bring your own. (Note: the pool area is clothing-optional.) Shoes cannot be worn indoors, 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:
Please check in at the front door when you arrive on-site. We are sustained, and do our part to sustain our community and the wider world, through a multidirectional flow of resource contributions. These contributions include but are not limited to money, skill, talent, and material goods. We ask all those who are able to make a money donation when they come to events (usually $10 for ages 13 and up, and we're not requesting donations for ages 12 and under). This is a request, no one ever has or ever will be turned away from a regular OLOTEAS event for lack of funds, but we do sincerely ask for it if you are able.

A Note About Children:
This site features a swimming pool, hot tub, and many natural outside features that pose potential risks for unattended children. Parents are responsible for the safety and behavior of their children at OLOTEAS events. All children under 13 must be supervised at ALL times. If outdoors, or in the pool area, children must be within line-of-site of their parent or caregiver. In the pool area, an individual adult may be responsible FOR NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN (those under 13). Most events offer a kids' class or activity for younger kids and a Young Adult & Occult discussion group (ages 15-25). There are also some games and craft supplies available. 

A Note About Parking and Carpooling:
Parking availability at the Longhouse is limited – please carpool if at all possible. Park near the outdoor "Registration" booth or along the stretch of the driveway near the outdoor kitchen and stage areas. Please park close to the adjacent vehicle, but be considerate of vehicles displaying disability license plates or signs. Once at the site, due to limited space, we advise that folks leave most personal belongings in their vehicles. There is no public transit option for the Longhouse, so if you are able to offer a ride or are looking for one, please feel free to post ride availability or requests to the OLOTEAS community email list or our Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/).

A Note About the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. Facebook group:
For the parents in our community, if you are not already a member, you may be interested in joining the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. group, where we will be sharing resources for education and entertainment for the kiddos who are stuck at home. This group is ONLY for family members of children in the OLOTEAS community, and is a private group. To join, please send a friend request to the OLOTEAS Pastor FB account (not the FB group), and also send a DM requesting membership. You will then receive an invitation to join the group.
Also see the GROWING UP PAGAN lesson plans and activity outlines available on our website now.

Healing Temple
Our virtual Healing Temple webpage is always open with resources for self-care and finding support.



Directions to the Longhouse:
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 SmartStop Self 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. There is a large "Invited Guests Only" sign – OLOTEAS Participants are invited guests of the Longhouse.

Our Lady of the Earth and Sky
Mailing address: 12345 Lake City Way NE #195 Seattle, WA 98125-5401
Longhouse event address: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053
Website: http://www.oloteas.org/
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/oloteas/
Discord server: https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED
Email: OLOTEAS (at) oloteas (dot) org

Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month...
Our Next Event is: 
Saturday, May 24, 2025
At the Longhouse in Redmond
​
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky invites all to join us for our April Beltaine services!
Featuring Young Adult & Occult discussion, kids' class, StitchNWitch, workshop, and Ritual! Plus, indoor swimming, potluck, and community!

​Date: Saturday, May 24, 2pm – 9:30pm
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053 (see directions below)


Schedule of Events:
2:00 Longhouse Site opens
2:30 Opening Circle (with Shay)
3:00 All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Tarrent)
3:00 Young Adult & Occult Discussion: Pagan Cultural & Community Ethics (with Shay)
4:00 GUP Kids' Activity: Divination (with Sebastien)
4:00 Workshop: Meal Planning for the Apocalypse (with Stephanie)
5:30 Potluck (please bring your own feast gear)
6:30 Newcomers’ Orientation (with Stephanie)
7:00 Pre-Ritual Discussion with Ritual to follow: Little Joys (with Jane)
After Ritual: Drum Circle (with Tully and Shay)
9:00 Cleanup begins (with Tarrent)
9:30 Closing Circle and Site Closes (with Tarrent)


As a community we care for each other:
OLOTEAS is designed to be a safe space for everyone. We each have different spiritual and cultural backgrounds, and we come together to intentionally create a welcoming and inclusive environment in which personal responsibility is encouraged, and bodily autonomy is respected. We ask everyone to participate in our welcoming culture as you interact with others here.

• Please shower before entering the pool. (Note that the hot tub is not currently working.)​
• Please wear a mask if you are more comfortable doing so. 
• We ask that you wash your hands frequently, especially before and after Potluck and before having treats from the coffee bar. 
• Please do not attend if you are experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness.
• No alcohol or non-prescribed drugs are allowed on site.
• ​Predatory behavior is not tolerated. 

Questions or concerns? Please send email to [email protected].
​
​
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Workshops & Rituals:

2:00 pm: Longhouse site opens

2:30 pm: Opening Circle (with x)

​3:00 pm: All-ages activity: StitchNWitch (with Tarrent)
StitchNWitch is a social gathering where the community can come together with their favorite crafts (it doesn't have to be stitching!) and join one another in a shared love of crafting and open round-table-style conversation about various topics and interests.

3:00 pm: Young Adult & Occult Discussion Group: Pagan Cultural & Community Ethics (with Shay)
Young Adult & Occult is a space for Pagans in their late teens and early twenties (roughly 15-25) to build community and learn together that is held monthly at OLOTEAS events (and sometimes offsite). At this month's Young Adult & Occult: We will have a group discussion about ethics and cultural norms in Pagan belief systems and spiritual spaces.

4:00 pm: GUP Kids' Activity: Divination (with Sebastien)
This is a series of classes about what it means to grow up Pagan – taught by Pagan kids, for Pagan kids. We are all young adults who grew up in Pagan families, and these classes draw on our personal experiences of what we wish we had known growing up and the kids’ own questions about what it means to be Pagan. At this month's Growing Up Pagan: We will learn about divination cards and runes.

4:00 pm:  Workshop: Meal Planning for the Apocalypse (with Stephanie)
OK, so maybe "apocalypse" is an exaggeration. But between inflation, tariffs, bird flu, supply chain disruptions, and climate change, how do we know for certain where our next meal is coming from? Based on community feedback, this workshop will explore strategies for growing food without a garden and making the most of whatever is available to keep you well nourished, save money, and reduce waste.

5:30 pm: Potluck -- please bring your own feast gear
We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) to avoid the use of disposable dinnerware.

6:30 pm: Newcomers' Orientation (with Stephanie)
New to Pagan events or to OLOTEAS? Come to the newcomers' discussion! We'll give you the basics of what you should know, answer any questions you have, and go over more info about what to expect from our rituals and events.

7:00 pm: Pre-Ritual Discussion, followed by Ritual: Little Joys (with Jane) 
So fixed are we on the next best thing, the next great release, and the big picture that we, in our grown-up world of grown-up goals, lose sight of the little things. And yet it is the little things that can bring us the biggest bloom of joy. Remember when you were a little kid and you discovered something new, shiny, colorful, or super-cute that made you grin from ear to ear? It’s May, the bridge between Spring and Summer. The flowers are blooming, the baby animals are finding their feet or wings, and, if we blink, it’ll be gone before we know it. Join us to bring little joys to our circle and maybe an ear to ear grin to your face.  

After Ritual: Drum Circle (with Tully and Shay)
Join us after ritual for community drumming and dancing.
Drums are available to borrow, or bring your own.
Beginners welcome!

9:00 pm: Cleanup begins (with Tarrent)

9:30 pm: Closing Circle and site closes (with Tarrent)




-- May: The Pan/Aphrodite Shrine is closed this month.




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Wanna chat between events?
Join us on the OLOTEAS Discord server!
https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED


What to Bring to the Longhouse:
Please bring a potluck dish to share. No meat may be prepared on the kitchen surfaces (pre-cooked meat is acceptable). We encourage you to bring your own feast gear (plate, utensils, cup) -- this avoids the use of disposable dinnerware. No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed at OLOTEAS events. Bring a towel for pool/hot tub use. The Longhouse no longer loans out towels -- please bring your own. (Note: the pool area is clothing-optional.) Shoes cannot be worn indoors, 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:
Please check in at the front door when you arrive on-site. We are sustained, and do our part to sustain our community and the wider world, through a multidirectional flow of resource contributions. These contributions include but are not limited to money, skill, talent, and material goods. We ask all those who are able to make a money donation when they come to events (usually $10 for ages 13 and up, and we're not requesting donations for ages 12 and under). This is a request, no one ever has or ever will be turned away from a regular OLOTEAS event for lack of funds, but we do sincerely ask for it if you are able.

A Note About Children:
This site features a swimming pool, hot tub, and many natural outside features that pose potential risks for unattended children. Parents are responsible for the safety and behavior of their children at OLOTEAS events. All children under 13 must be supervised at ALL times. If outdoors, or in the pool area, children must be within line-of-site of their parent or caregiver. In the pool area, an individual adult may be responsible FOR NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN (those under 13). Most events offer a kids' class or activity for younger kids and a Young Adult & Occult discussion group (ages 15-25). There are also some games and craft supplies available. 

A Note About Parking and Carpooling:
Parking availability at the Longhouse is limited – please carpool if at all possible. Park near the outdoor "Registration" booth or along the stretch of the driveway near the outdoor kitchen and stage areas. Please park close to the adjacent vehicle, but be considerate of vehicles displaying disability license plates or signs. Once at the site, due to limited space, we advise that folks leave most personal belongings in their vehicles. There is no public transit option for the Longhouse, so if you are able to offer a ride or are looking for one, please feel free to post ride availability or requests to the OLOTEAS community email list or our Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/).

A Note About the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. Facebook group:
For the parents in our community, if you are not already a member, you may be interested in joining the OLOTEAS Parents, Etc. group, where we will be sharing resources for education and entertainment for the kiddos who are stuck at home. This group is ONLY for family members of children in the OLOTEAS community, and is a private group. To join, please send a friend request to the OLOTEAS Pastor FB account (not the FB group), and also send a DM requesting membership. You will then receive an invitation to join the group.
Also see the GROWING UP PAGAN lesson plans and activity outlines available on our website now.

Healing Temple
Our virtual Healing Temple webpage is always open with resources for self-care and finding support.



Directions to the Longhouse:
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 SmartStop Self 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. There is a large "Invited Guests Only" sign – OLOTEAS Participants are invited guests of the Longhouse.

Our Lady of the Earth and Sky
Mailing address: 12345 Lake City Way NE #195 Seattle, WA 98125-5401
Longhouse event address: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053
Website: http://www.oloteas.org/
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/oloteas/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/oloteas/
Discord server: https://discord.gg/CJKsksmDED
Email: OLOTEAS (at) oloteas (dot) org

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