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SUMMARY:Temple Scarlet Spring Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This is an outside rental taking place at Oak Spirit Sanctuary.  All information and registration is available from the event’s website.Please visit:  \n\n\n\nTemple Scarlet
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/temple-scarlet-spring-retreat/
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SUMMARY:May Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Work Days and Work Weekends at Oak Spirit Sanctuary not only help with the upkeep of the land and facilities and prepare for events but are also a great way to get to know other people at OSS. Working together is a great way to build community. \n\n\n\nThere will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute. \n\n\n\nA Work “Day” is the Saturday of a weekend and usually starts around 9:30 am and lasts until about 5:00 pm. Arrive when you can and stay as long as you are able. \n\n\n\nA Work “Weekend” is two days: Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.  These are scheduled before a few of the bigger events or when we have larger projects to do. \n\n\n\nAttendees are asked to check in with the work day lead\, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new\, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!) \n\n\n\nA simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated.  If you have food sensitivities\, you may wish to bring your own lunch.   \n\n\n\nOvernight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend. \n\n\n\nVolunteering at a work day earns a $5.00 digital voucher.  Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.  \n\n\n\n​​Please Note:  Winter work days generally focus on the Retreat Center\, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages. \n\n\n\nWork Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary \n\n\n\nIf you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property\, these scheduled work days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land\, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the work day.  For day visits\, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day\, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events\, of course!)  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! 
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/may-work-day/
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SUMMARY:Family Beltane
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Family Beltane at Oak Spirit Sanctuary! \n\n\n\nCome celebrate the joy of spring\, community\, and renewal with a day full of connection\, laughter\, and magic for all ages! \n\n\n\nSchedule of Events: \n\n\n\n1:00pm – Welcome Home \n\n\n\n1:30pm – Scavenger Hunt & Family Games \n\n\n\n3:00pm – Maypole Dance \n\n\n\n4:00pm – Crafts at the House & Potluck Prep \n\n\n\n5:00pm – Cook Out Style Potluck Feast \n\n\n\n6:00pm – Beltane Ritual \n\n\n\nBring your family\, your favorite cook out side dish to share\, and your Beltane spirit! Let’s dance the Maypole\, share good food\, and celebrate the turning of the Wheel together. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome—see you at the Sanctuary!
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/family-beltane/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T150000
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SUMMARY:Beltane: The Dance of Life
DESCRIPTION:This event is Adults Only (18+)\n\n\n\nFeatured at this Event: \n\n\n\n\nThree dynamic rituals \n\n\n\nWorkshops on various topics \n\n\n\nSpecial Guest presenters and performers\n\n\n\nCommunity Shrine Tending \n\n\n\nCommunity Potluck dinner \n\n\n\nOSS traditional bardic circle/ community bonfire time \n\n\n\nArt Raffle \n\n\n\n\nGuest Presenter: Laura Wolf\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaura Wolf is a Shamanic Priestess\, Sensual Embodiment Coach\, Founder of the WildWoman Experience Women’s Retreats\, and Master Facilitator of the Shamanic Breathwork Process®. Her passion is to help you come home to your glorious body\, release your grip on everything you think is in your way\, and live in total trust of the Universe.  Her work is embodied\, energetic\, empowering\, practical\, mystical and life-changing.  She works with body\, mind\, emotions\, energy\, the elements\, and spirit – because alignment of all parts of you is required if you want to create the life of your dreams. www.laurawolf.comLaura will be presenting two different styles of breathwork workshops.  \n\n\n\nGuest Presenter: Katarina Elaine\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKatarina Elaine is an LQTBQIA+ inclusive polytheistic traditional witch/Wiccan who studied the craft in Galway Ireland. She currently facilitates spiritual events and public rituals in the Kansas City area and creates Pagan and sex-positive content on social media. She is the founder of Temple Scarlet and has a decade of metaphysical store experience. A few of her skills include tarot reading\, aura reading\, and crystal assisted energy healing.Katarina will be presenting a workshop on Sacred Sexuality. \n\n\n\nGuest Performer: Celia Farran\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCelia is a singer-songwriter\, sound healer\, looping artist\, and “Everyday Goddess” whose performances weave together the sacred and the silly in celebration of life\, love\, and wild joy. Described as “a cross between an Earthy Enya\, Joan Baez\, and Tina Fey\,” Celia brings an enchanting mix of heartfelt music\, spontaneous comedy\, and soulful ritual that feels right at home in the magic of Beltane. With fiery red hair and a sparkle in her eye\, she channels the spirit of the season—playful\, passionate\, and powerfully present. \n\n\n\nHer live-looping performances create lush\, layered soundscapes—everything built in real time\, with nothing pre-recorded. Whether she’s invoking laughter through her comedic alter-egos or guiding audiences into deep emotional resonance with her songs\, Celia invites us to reconnect with the divine in ourselves and each other. With 13 albums\, a devoted Patreon Song Club\, and years of festival performances under her belt\, Celia brings a unique blend of music\, healing\, and mischief to this Beltane Festival!  \n\n\n\nWhat to Bring Especially for this Event\n\n\n\nSnack food or beverages for the sharing . Optional\, but appreciated! \n\n\n\nPlease bring a potluck dish for about 10 to 12 people with a label for ingredients.  If you need help keeping your dish cold until time for the potluck\, contact an event person.  \n\n\n\nItem for the Art Raffle: if you are an artist or craftsperson\, a donation of an item for the Art Raffle is very much appreciated. \n\n\n\nAdditional items as described for Main Ritual on Saturday \n\n\n\nInformation about Main Ritual on Saturday\n\n\n\nWe will be venerating the Cosmic Forces of Creation through joyful veneration. We encourage people to come in whatever ritual finery expresses your celebratory side. Masks\, crowns\, make-up\, full masquerade\, sparkles\, goth\, lots of layers or none at all . . . you do you! \n\n\n\nWe will be creating an altar to Creation and asking participants to make it beautiful. We will have materials\, but please\, bring some of your own! Flowers\, fruits\, candy\, stones\, coins . . . feel free to be creative! Objects may also be placed on the altar to charge and collected later or left to be ritually offered to the Land. \n\n\n\nWe will also happily accept contributions to the cakes & ale ritual feast. Berries\, nuts\, cookies\, etc. We don’t need a lot of extra\, but variety is the spice of life! \n\n\n\nNone of the above is mandatory\, of course\, but so much of what we get out of the ritual experience is a factor of what we bring to it. Blessed Be! \n\n\n\nEvent Pricing\n\n\n\nEarly DiscountAvailable 3/31 to 4/13Regular PriceFrom 4/14 to 4/29At-The-GateFull Event$55.$65.$70.Saturday Day Pass$30.$30.$35.\n\n\n\nWork vouchers may be used for discounts up to half off the entry price. Work vouchers are transferable to others. Please contact info@oakspiritsanctuary.org to receive a special code to use your vouchers. \n\n\n\nOSS can accept cash or card payments.  \n\n\n\nSaturday Day Pass:  Arrive as early as 9:00 when gate opens. Must leave event by Saturday night\, midnight.   \n\n\n\nThere is no entry to this event without paid registration. \n\n\n\nRegistration (OPENS March 31st)\n\n\n\nOnline registration is now closed.  At-The-Gate registration is available.  When you arrive\, come to the registration area and check-in.   \n\n\n\nMarch 31st: Registration opens with an early discount for 2 weeks \n\n\n\nApril 14th: Pricing changes to regular price available for 2 weeks and 2 days \n\n\n\nApril 29th: Online registration ends. At-the Gate registration will be available for the full weekend and day passes. \n\n\n\nVendors\n\n\n\nVending for merchants and crafts people is available at this event. There is no extra fee for vending with your paid registration\, but OSS asks for a donation of an item for the art raffle.  Please plan on registering online and filling out the vendor application below rather than “at the gate” registration.  \n\n\n\nGate Hours\n\n\n\nGate will open on Friday at 3:00 and close at 9:00 PM Friday and Saturday nights. No entries from 9:00 pm unless other arrangements have been made by contacting info@oakspiritsanctuary.org.  \n\n\n\nAlthough the gate is closed at 9:00 PM\, this is for entries and anyone can leave the property at any time. \n\n\n\nGate opens at 9:00 am Saturday and Sunday mornings. Event closes at 3:00 PM Sunday.If you are attending with a Saturday Day Pass\, you must leave by midnight. \n\n\n\nOvernight Stays at this Event\n\n\n\nCamping on the land is included with this event. Please be prepared for any kind of weather event. \n\n\n\nIf you wish to reserve space inside the retreat center for sleeping\, this is an additional fee of $10. per person. This is on a first come/ first served basis. There will be an “add-on” option when you register. Only choose this if your request for retreat space has been approved. \n\n\n\n You will need to email info@oakspiritsanctuary.org to request sleeping space and check on availability.   \n\n\n\nYou will need to bring your own sleeping set-up: cot\, inflatable air mattress\, and all bed linens/ pillows.  You may use the kitchen for the preparation of your food.  \n\n\n\nThe Basics of Camping at OSS\n\n\n\nThe grounds of OSS are open and do not have designated camping sites as one might expect at a state park campground. You may camp anywhere that is not a ritual or community space.  Tent\, pull-behind campers\, and drivable camping vehicles are all allowed. \n\n\n\nCamping is rustic: there are no electric or water hook-ups\, no flush toilets.  Porta-potties are available on site. Frog Bog (shower house) will be in operation for this event.  \n\n\n\nOSS does not offer trash disposal services. Please plan to remove your own trash and recycling.    \n\n\n\nPets may attend but must be leashed and under control at all times. \n\n\n\nNatural Laws of Oak Spirit Sanctuary\n\n\n\nWe strongly recommend reading through the “Natural Laws” document to become familiar with the basic policies regarding land use and personal conduct when visiting and camping at OSS. \n\n\n\nAccessibility \n\n\n\nIf you have accessibility challenges and need more information about the grounds or amenities at OSS or how we can best help you\, please contact info@oakspiritsanctuary.org. \n\n\n\nEvent Program \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBeltane: The Dance of Life Program \n\n\n\nHere is a digital copy of the event program.  There will be paper programs available when you check in at registration. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nWe have answers! Please email info@oakspiritsanctuary.org
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/beltane/
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CREATED:20250111T005002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T005230Z
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SUMMARY:April Work Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Work Days and Work Weekends at Oak Spirit Sanctuary not only help with the upkeep of the land and facilities and prepare for events but are also a great way to get to know other people at OSS. Working together is a great way to build community. \n\n\n\nThere will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute. \n\n\n\nA Work “Day” is the Saturday of a weekend and usually starts around 9:30 am and lasts until about 5:00 pm. Arrive when you can and stay as long as you are able. \n\n\n\nA Work “Weekend” is two days: Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.  These are scheduled before a few of the bigger events or when we have larger projects to do. \n\n\n\nAttendees are asked to check in with the work day lead\, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new\, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!) \n\n\n\nA simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated.  If you have food sensitivities\, you may wish to bring your own lunch.   \n\n\n\nOvernight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend. \n\n\n\nVolunteering at a work day earns a $5.00 digital voucher.  Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.  \n\n\n\n​​Please Note:  Winter work days generally focus on the Retreat Center\, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages. \n\n\n\nWork Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary \n\n\n\nIf you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property\, these scheduled work days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land\, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the work day.  For day visits\, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day\, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events\, of course!)  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! 
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/april-work-weekend/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T230000
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SUMMARY:April Lunar
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to Lunar Gatherings at Oak Spirit Sanctuary. They are family friendly and FREE.  \n\n\n\nIf you are new to OSS\, attending a Lunar is a great way to “dip your toe” into events at OSS and visit the land.   \n\n\n\nLunars are generally scheduled during the waxing moon phase on a Saturday closest to the upcoming full moon during months OSS is not hosting a larger\, ticketed event.  Some Lunars may occur on a New Moon\, depending on the year.  \n\n\n\nLunars are a one-day event with an afternoon class from the OSS educational series: “A Year and A Day\,” for training and information in basic Neo-Pagan topics.  \n\n\n\nClass is followed by a pot-luck dinner. Please bring a pot-luck dish suitable for about 10 to 12 people with an ingredients list. \n\n\n\nRitual follows the Pot-Luck dinner \n\n\n\nAfter the ritual\, merriment and camaraderie around the evening bonfire complete the night’s observances. Bring your drums and acoustic instruments\, and (adult) beverages of your choice. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to camp overnight\, please visit the Camping Information and Registration page for more information.  You may also register and pay for camping the day of the Lunar.  Simply let OSS personnel know and they will help you out!   \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\n4:30– 5:30:  Year and A Day class \n\n\n\n6:00:  Community Potluck Meal \n\n\n\n7:30:  Ritual \n\n\n\nPost-ritual:  Community time around the fire \n\n\n\nNote: OSS welcomes guest presenters. If you or your group are interested in presenting a community-oriented ritual at OSS\, please contact us at info@oakspiritsanctuary.org  \n\n\n\nSometimes\, Lunar Gatherings coincide with OSS Work Days. Joining in for the work day is welcome but optional. If you work at the work day\, camping is free for the evening.
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/april-lunar/
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SUMMARY:March Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Work Days and Work Weekends at Oak Spirit Sanctuary not only help with the upkeep of the land and facilities and prepare for events but are also a great way to get to know other people at OSS. Working together is a great way to build community. \n\n\n\nThere will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute. \n\n\n\nA Work “Day” is the Saturday of a weekend and usually starts around 9:30 am and lasts until about 5:00 pm. Arrive when you can and stay as long as you are able. \n\n\n\nA Work “Weekend” is two days: Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.  These are scheduled before a few of the bigger events or when we have larger projects to do. \n\n\n\nAttendees are asked to check in with the work day lead\, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new\, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!) \n\n\n\nA simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated.  If you have food sensitivities\, you may wish to bring your own lunch.   \n\n\n\nOvernight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend. \n\n\n\nVolunteering at a work day earns a $5.00 digital voucher.  Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.  \n\n\n\n​​Please Note:  Winter work days generally focus on the Retreat Center\, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages. \n\n\n\nWork Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary \n\n\n\nIf you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property\, these scheduled work days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land\, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the work day.  For day visits\, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day\, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events\, of course!)  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! 
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/march-work-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T061843
CREATED:20250111T004413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T235210Z
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SUMMARY:February Work Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Work Days and Work Weekends at Oak Spirit Sanctuary not only help with the upkeep of the land and facilities and prepare for events but are also a great way to get to know other people at OSS. Working together is a great way to build community. \n\n\n\nThere will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute. \n\n\n\nA Work “Day” is the Saturday of a weekend and usually starts around 9:30 am and lasts until about 5:00 pm. Arrive when you can and stay as long as you are able. \n\n\n\nA Work “Weekend” is two days: Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.  These are scheduled before a few of the bigger events or when we have larger projects to do. \n\n\n\nAttendees are asked to check in with the work day lead\, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new\, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!) \n\n\n\nA simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated.  If you have food sensitivities\, you may wish to bring your own lunch.   \n\n\n\nOvernight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend. \n\n\n\nVolunteering at a work day earns a $5.00 digital voucher.  Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.  \n\n\n\n​​Please Note:  Winter work days generally focus on the Retreat Center\, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages. \n\n\n\nWork Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary \n\n\n\nIf you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property\, these scheduled work days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land\, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the work day.  For day visits\, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day\, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events\, of course!)  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! 
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/february-work-weekend/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T170000
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SUMMARY:January Work Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Work Days and Work Weekends at Oak Spirit Sanctuary not only help with the upkeep of the land and facilities and prepare for events but are also a great way to get to know other people at OSS. Working together is a great way to build community. \n\n\n\nThere will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute. \n\n\n\nA Work “Day” is the Saturday of a weekend and usually starts around 9:30 am and lasts until about 5:00 pm. Arrive when you can and stay as long as you are able. \n\n\n\nA Work “Weekend” is two days: Saturday morning to Sunday late afternoon.  These are scheduled before a few of the bigger events or when we have larger projects to do. \n\n\n\nAttendees are asked to check in with the work day lead\, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new\, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!) \n\n\n\nA simple meal is provided by OSS for lunch for most work days unless otherwise indicated.  If you have food sensitivities\, you may wish to bring your own lunch.   \n\n\n\nOvernight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend. \n\n\n\nVolunteering at a work day earns a $5.00 digital voucher.  Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.  \n\n\n\n​​Please Note:  Winter work days generally focus on the Retreat Center\, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages. \n\n\n\nWork Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary \n\n\n\nIf you are new to OSS and would like to visit and explore the property\, these scheduled work days provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land\, available to answer any questions you may have. You are free to visit without any obligation to participate in the work day.  For day visits\, please plan to leave at the conclusion of the work day\, unless you have registered for camping. (We also encourage first time visitors to come to any of our other events\, of course!)  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! 
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/january-work-weekend/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T061843
CREATED:20240825T215115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T004205Z
UID:10544-1735718400-1738342800@www.oakspiritsanctuary.org
SUMMARY:January Winter Break
DESCRIPTION:After a full year of events and management of Oak Spirit Sanctuary\, the General Council takes a full month off from meetings and Wheel of the Year programming.  \n\n\n\nWe will be having a Work Weekend January 25th and 26th\, please come!  See the event page for more information.  \n\n\n\nWe hope you had a wonderful holiday season and look forward to getting together regularly from the January Work Weekend and into the events of  2025.
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/january-winter-break/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T230000
DTSTAMP:20260522T061843
CREATED:20240825T214415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T164502Z
UID:10542-1734786000-1734822000@www.oakspiritsanctuary.org
SUMMARY:Yule / Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:This is a one-day\, free\, family friendly event.  Arrive anytime and join the scheduled activities. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n1:00 — Tree decorating\, Crafts\, afternoon snacks \n\n\n\n3:00 — 4:00 Year and A Day Class \n\n\n\n4:15 — Yule Gift Exchange \n\n\n\n5:00 –Visit from Father Yule \n\n\n\n5:30 — Potluck \n\n\n\n6:30 — Ritual Prep\, Ritual Conspiracy \n\n\n\n7:00 — Ritual \n\n\n\nAfterwards: Community time at Family fire circle and in Retreat center\, which may include story time & holiday carol singing \n\n\n\nInformation about the Event:\n\n\n\nFood to bring:  \n\n\n\n\nAdditional snacks for the afternoon activities are nice but optional\n\n\n\nPotluck Meal: OSS is providing turkey and ham\, mashed potatoes and gravy. Please bring a side dish of any kind or dessert that would feed 10 to 12 people. (There is a stove top\, but not a working oven.) Crock pots are great!\n\n\n\nBeverages: Adult and/or nonalcoholic beverages for your own consumption. A bottle of libations of some kind to share is nice but optional.\n\n\n\n\nYule Gift Exchange: (All ages) Anyone who wishes to participate should bring a wrapped gift (price limit of about $10). This can be something magical\, silly\, practical–really\, anything that would make a good gift for someone of any age or gender. This is all ages: adults and children will play the same gift exchange game\, and each child who participates will also need their own present to participate. \n\n\n\nOther items to bring: A camp chair and some warm wraps or blankets if you want to be outside. A portion of the activities will be outside\, so dress warmly! (If the cold is too much\, you are free to stay indoors.) \n\n\n\nDirections to Oak Spirit Sanctuary\n\n\n\nIt has come to our attention that some GPS maps send people to the wrong location.  OSS is NOT the white house at the 90 degree corner on Cumberland Church Road.  The property of OSS is not visible from the road.  Once on Cumberland Church Road\, the route is pretty straightforward. You will take a 90 degree turn to the right where you see a white farmhouse.  Don’t go straight ahead–there’s a road there but it looks less maintained.  Stay on the larger\, well-graveled road.Proceed forward.  You will pass a fenced\, brown building that looks like a county maintenance building on the left.  Just after this\, you will see a green dumpster at the entry point to the OSS driveway.  Make your right turn here.  Proceed slowly all the way up the driveway making no turns.  You’ll see a farmhouse up ahead and some fencing with an open gate.  You’ve found OSS! \n\n\n\nFollow the driveway\, this will veer right.  Parking is on the left side of the road once you are past the outbuildings and see fields ahead.  If it has been raining\, we recommend parking pretty close to the road\, not all the way forward to the tree line when you pull off to park.
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/yule-winter-solstice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T061843
CREATED:20240825T211949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T172752Z
UID:10534-1734168600-1734282000@www.oakspiritsanctuary.org
SUMMARY:December Work Weekend
DESCRIPTION:At this work day we will focus on preparation for next weekend’s Yule and also clearing out the culverts on the driveway. \n\n\n\nWork Days and Weekends at Oak Spirit Sanctuary not only help with the upkeep of the land and facilities but are also a great way to get to know other people at OSS. Working together is a great way to build community. \n\n\n\nThere will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute. \n\n\n\nA Work “Day” is the Saturday of a weekend and usually starts around 9:30 am and lasts until about 5:00 pm. Arrive when you can and stay as long as you are able. \n\n\n\nA Work “Weekend” spans Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.  These are scheduled before a few of the bigger events.  \n\n\n\nAttendees are asked to check in with the work day lead\, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new\, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!) \n\n\n\nA main dish is provided by OSS for the lunchtime meal for most work days unless otherwise indicated.  If you have food sensitivities\, you may wish to bring your own lunch.   \n\n\n\nOvernight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend. \n\n\n\nVolunteering at a work day earns a $5.00 digital voucher.  Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.  \n\n\n\n​​Please Note:  Winter work days generally focus on the Retreat Center\, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages. \n\n\n\nWork Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary \n\n\n\nEven if you are uninterested or unable to participate in the work day\, these scheduled times provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land\, available to answer any questions you may have. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! 
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/december-work-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T061843
CREATED:20240825T211806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T173344Z
UID:10532-1732354200-1732467600@www.oakspiritsanctuary.org
SUMMARY:November Work Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Work Days and Weekends at Oak Spirit Sanctuary not only help with the upkeep of the land and facilities but are also a great way to get to know other people at OSS. Working together is a great way to build community. \n\n\n\nThere will be jobs and or projects for everyone regardless of capabilities. Please don’t think because you can’t do heavy lifting or swing an ax there is no way to contribute. \n\n\n\nA Work “Day” is the Saturday of a weekend and usually starts around 9:30 am and lasts until about 5:00 pm. Arrive when you can and stay as long as you are able. \n\n\n\nA Work “Weekend” spans Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.  These are scheduled before a few of the weekend festivals or when there are bigger projects to work on. \n\n\n\nAttendees are asked to check in with the work day lead\, immediately upon arrival to the property. Be sure to sign the attendance book. (If you are new\, ask anyone who has been to OSS before to show you where!) \n\n\n\nA main dish is provided by OSS for the lunchtime meal for most work days unless otherwise indicated.  If you have food sensitivities\, you may wish to bring your own lunch.   \n\n\n\nOvernight camping is free for the day you participate in a work weekend. \n\n\n\nVolunteering at a work day earns a $5.00 digital voucher.  Vouchers up to half off the registration price may be used for any OSS ticketed events. (Does not apply to outside events hosted at OSS.) Please remember to sign the attendance book so your attendance is recorded to be sure to get a digital voucher.  \n\n\n\n​​Please Note:  Winter work days generally focus on the Retreat Center\, but this will be contingent on winter weather conditions. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced here and on OSS’s social media pages. \n\n\n\nWork Days are an Opportunity to Visit Oak Spirit Sanctuary \n\n\n\nEven if you are uninterested or unable to participate in the work day\, these scheduled times provide a great opportunity to visit as there are folks present on the land\, available to answer any questions you may have. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! 
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/november-work-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T230000
DTSTAMP:20260522T061843
CREATED:20240825T214111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T214114Z
UID:10540-1731168000-1731193200@www.oakspiritsanctuary.org
SUMMARY:November Lunar
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to Lunar Gatherings at Oak Spirit Sanctuary. They are family friendly and FREE.  \n\n\n\nIf you are new to OSS\, attending a Lunar is a great way to “dip your toe” into events at OSS and visit the land.   \n\n\n\nLunars are generally scheduled during the waxing moon phase on a Saturday closest to the upcoming full moon during months OSS is not hosting a larger\, ticketed event. \n\n\n\nLunars are a one-day event with an afternoon class from the OSS educational series: “A Year and A Day\,” for training and information in basic Neo-Pagan topics.  \n\n\n\nClass is followed by a pot-luck dinner. Please bring a pot-luck dish suitable for about 10 to 12 people with an ingredients list. \n\n\n\nRitual follows the Pot-Luck dinner \n\n\n\nAfter the ritual\, merriment and camaraderie around the evening bonfire complete the night’s observances. Bring your drums and acoustic instruments\, and (adult) beverages of your choice. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to camp overnight\, please visit the Camping Information and Registration page for more information.  You may also register and pay for camping the day of the Lunar.  Simply let OSS personnel know and they will help you out!   \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\n4:30– 5:30:  Year and A Day class \n\n\n\n6:00:  Community Potluck Meal \n\n\n\n7:30:  Ritual \n\n\n\nPost-ritual:  Community time around the fire \n\n\n\nNote: OSS welcomes guest presenters. If you\, as an individual or as part of a group\, that is interested in presenting a community-oriented ritual at OSS\, please contact us at info@oakspiritsanctuary.org 
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/november-lunar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T061843
CREATED:20240825T213840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T212618Z
UID:10538-1729868400-1730041200@www.oakspiritsanctuary.org
SUMMARY:Samhain: A Journey Through the Soul
DESCRIPTION:Image credit: “Samhain” by Wendy Andrews \n\n\n\nSamhain is an important pagan holiday commemorating the end of harvest\, the beginning of the Celtic New Year\, and a time to remember and honor our ancestors. \n\n\n\nFeatured at this event:\n\n\n\n\nThree dynamic rituals\n\n\n\nAncestors Altar \n\n\n\nWorkshops\n\n\n\nPumpkin Carving\n\n\n\nA costume contest for both adults and children\n\n\n\nA Saturday night Halloween party\n\n\n\nArt Raffle and Auction\n\n\n\n\nEvent Program\n\n\n\nHere is a PDF of the program for previewing.   A printed program will be available upon check-in. \n\n\n\nSamhain 2024 Program\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNew T-Shirts will be available for sale at $20.00 each\n\n\n\nCommunity Involvement\n\n\n\nArt Raffle & Auction Donations\n\n\n\nArt and Craft pieces are always welcome donations that help fundraise at the ticketed events for OSS. Your free-will donated item is greatly appreciated and will be used for this or future events.  \n\n\n\nCommunity Volunteering\n\n\n\nMany hands make light work! We are asking participants to volunteer to help with the tasks of this event. Time commitment is minimal\, with flexible timeframes to do the tasks so you don’t miss any parts of the event. Take Down crew would be the most vigorous and longer shifts of the available tasks at the end of the event. Please sign up for a task onsite when you check in at registration.  \n\n\n\nItems to bring for this event\n\n\n\nSpecific for this event’s programming\, rituals\, and activities:\n\n\n\n\nA Halloween costume for the costume contest: (both adults and children)\n\n\n\nSnacks\, Appetizers\, Adult beverages\, Non-alcoholic drinks if you wish to contribute something to the Saturday night Samhain party.\n\n\n\nA potluck dish for about 10 to 12 people with ingredients labeled. Please keep your food item appropriately cooled for food safety considerations until cooking or presenting. If you need help with keeping your item cold until needed\, let an event organizer know.\n\n\n\nDrums\, percussion and acoustic instruments for Bardic Circle \n\n\n\nLate October weather is unpredictable. Please bring warm clothing\, rain appropriate wear\,  and warm or waterproof footwear in case of colder or rainy weather.\n\n\n\nOfferings and mementos for the Ancestor’s Altar.  Photos\, funeral cards\, flowers\, food items\, memorabilia from your loved ones.  These items are to be returned to you at the end of the event (or when you leave.) \n\n\n\n\nNatural Laws of Oak Spirit Sanctuary\n\n\n\nThe Oak Spirit Sanctuary Natural Laws is a document that summarizes the main rules and policies we need to know to be good stewards for the land and to the community.  Please visit that page to familiarize yourself with the Natural Laws. \n\n\n\nThe Basics of Camping At Oak Spirit Sanctuary\n\n\n\nThe grounds of OSS are open and do not have designated camping sites as one might expect at a state park campground. You may camp anywhere that is not a ritual or community space.  Tent\, pull-behind campers\, and drivable camping vehicles are all allowed.   \n\n\n\nCamping is rustic and primitive: There are no electric or water hook-ups\, no flush toilets\, no RV waste disposal.  Porta-potties are available on site.  \n\n\n\nThere is a shower house for hot showers\, with both “open air” and a private stall available. Showers are generally open to “mixed company.” \n\n\n\nOSS does not offer trash disposal services. Please plan to remove your own trash and recycling. If you pack it in\, plan to pack it out. \n\n\n\n Pets may attend but must be leashed and under control at all times. Owners must clean up pet waste. \n\n\n\nFires can only be made in established fire circles. Please do not start new fire circles All fires are sacred and no trash is ever thrown into the fire. Please dispose of your cigarette butts in your own camp trash\, not into the fires.  \n\n\n\nIf you have accessibility challenges and need more information about the grounds or amenities at OSS or how we can help you\, please contact info@oakspiritsanctuary.org. \n\n\n\nFor full information regarding land use\, camping\, and expectations of conduct\, please see the Natural Laws. \n\n\n\nIce will be available to purchase on site: $3.00 cash $3.25 card payment per bag. \n\n\n\nEvent Pricing\n\n\n\nEarly Registration Sale Price 10/1 to 10/7 (11:59pm)Regular Price10/8 to 10/22 (11:59 pm)At the GateFull Event$35$45$55Saturday Day Pass$20$20$25\n\n\n\nOnline Registration is now closed.  “At-the-Gate” registration is available \n\n\n\n\nChildren 17 years and younger are free.\n\n\n\nOutdoor Camping is included with registration. \n\n\n\nWork day vouchers may be used for up to half off the registration price.  Work vouchers are transferrable to others.\n\n\n\nRegistrations are refundable up to 7 days before the event.\n\n\n\n\nWorkday Voucher Use\n\n\n\nIf you have work vouchers you would like to use\, we’ll have a list of them for At-the-Gate registrations and you can use them at this time. \n\n\n\nGate Hours\n\n\n\nFriday: Gates open at 3:00 PM and close at 9:00 \n\n\n\nSaturday : Gates open at 9:00 and close at 9:00 (for new entries\, you can leave as late as you wish) \n\n\n\nSunday: Gates open at 9:00. Event ends at 3:00 PM \n\n\n\nWhen you arrive\, please check in at the Registration area first. \n\n\n\nIf you anticipate arriving outside of open gate times\, please contact info@oakspiritsanctuary.org to make arrangements. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nPlease email info@oakspiritsanctuary.org
URL:https://www.oakspiritsanctuary.org/event/samhain-festival/
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