Winter Solstice Sunrise Ceremony Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 7:00 am
Rain Date Friday, 12/23 (Actual Solstice is 12:30 am on 12/22
Sunrise Observances/Celebrations
Auger the Seasons at Beach Bluff Park Sun Circle
Four times a year, scientists, students, spiritual seekers and nature-lovers rise early to witness the spectacular effect of the Sun’s journey as it touches the sculpture’s basalt columns, one by one. Led by Gong Master Don Orne with Sculptor Bruce Greenwald and Astronomer Jim Keating three aspects of life are represented: mystery, art, and science, revealed and made manifest by the Sun Circle. Neighbors and strangers gather together to observe, learn, and celebrate the planetary truths and our place in the universe; participants share song, dance, and commentary as they gather to bid farewell to the past season and to welcome the new.