Olean Meditation Center
Thu, Dec 18
|Olean Meditation Center
Winter Solstice: Welcoming the Return of Light
Come together in community at the Winter Solstice, the darkest time of year, to reflect on the past and ceremonially invite the new light with positive intentions, symbolic Yuletide rituals, movement, and sound. Free event, advance registration required.
Time & Location
Dec 18, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Olean Meditation Center, 2275 Dugan Rd, Olean, NY 14760, USA
Guests
About the event
Join us as we gather in community to honor the winter solstice—a time of profound darkness and boundless possibility as we welcome the return of the light.
Activities include:
Learn about solstice wisdom and ritual – Discover the symbolism and ancient traditions of the winter solstice season.
Meditative reflection accompanied by crystal bowl soundscapes. Reflect on what no longer serves you and set meaningful intentions and affirmations for the returning light. Then we will offer the things we want to leave behind to the ceremonial fire.
Movement and yoga – Honor the four directions through mindful movement and yogic practice.
Yule Spiral walk – Participate in this beautiful tradition to usher in the light.