Come join us, one and all, in Winter Festival!

Winter festivals were major events in most prehistoric northern hemisphere cultures. These festivals were created to celebrate the Winter Solstice -- the day with the shortest amount of sunlight -- and to welcome the slow return of longer days. While long months of winter lay ahead, the participants knew that growth, warmth and light would return. Winter Festivals included singing, stories, feasting, and magical rites. These once pagan or secular activities were modified by Christianity and included in the litany of holy days, of holidays. Yet the ancient traditions still can be felt in today's songs and traditions

NoVES celebrates the common themes found in winter festivals with an intergenerational program and shared feast. If you're seeking a secular but spirited celebration to welcome the holiday, join us in our celebration!