Beltane: 'Bright Fire'

While Beltane is now associated with May 1st, the actual astronomical date is a number of days later. The celebrations were marked with the lighting of bonfires and the movement of animals to summer pastures.

Join us in celebration of the beginning of Summer and community.

6:00pm FREE HANDS-ON IRISH DRUMMING WORKSHOP
Presented by Andy from the Irish Drum Center
*FREE*
Come and join us on the East Lawn (under the Water Tower) for a hands-on drumming session as we learn to play a traditional Irish reel on the bodhrán.

Drums and tippers will be provided, and the event is limited to 30 participants. Mark yourself as going here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1389169348387303

Sponsored in part by a grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts.

6:45pm MAY POLE DANCING
Presented by Ravenwood Meadery
*FREE*
Originally, the May Pole was a living tree. Over time it became a tree trunk of the correct height, age, and species (usually birch or pine). It is said that the tree represented masculine energy, and the ribbons and floral garlands that adorned it represented feminine energy. The maypole is a reminder that spring has sprung and rebirth has begun.

We will be setting up a May Pole on the East Lawn (under the water tower). Ribbons will be provided.

We encourage those who take part in the Irish Drumming Workshop to stay and keep drumming for the may pole dance. All drummers are welcome including beginners!

7:30pm BELTANE FEAST
Ravenwood Meadery
*SOLD OUT*
At the meadery we will have a Beltane feast, planned by Morgan. This is a ticketed event, be sure to sign up ahead of time. Limited seating.

Tagelharpa by Blake Russell.
Meat prepared by Kar's Char.

No refunds can be given after 26 April. Our Ostara Feast sold out very quickly!

Single seat: $50 (sold out)
Double: $90 (sold out)
Group of 3: $125 (sold out)
Group of 4: $150 (sold out)

Bringing your Ostara feastware with you? Here are your discount codes!
1 person in your party bringing feastware: FEAST1
2 people in your party bringing feastware: FEAST2
3 people in your party bringing feastware: FEAST3
4 people in your party bringing feastware: FEAST4

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