YuleFest at All World Acres

Mark your calendars and make your vacation plans because the 9^th annual YuleFest gathering returns to All World Acres on Friday, December 11 through Monday, December 14.

The 9th annual YuleFest gathering promises to provide the same magical experiences we have all grown to expect of the festivals at All World Acres. The celebration will feature four days of sharing, learning, and having lots of fun in a safe family environment. The days and nights will be busy as always with workshops, entertainment, rituals, drum circles, and vending.

Workshops and Activities

For the past eight years YuleFest has attracted a wonderful group of people. That is the highlight of the event; sharing with others in a comfortable village atmosphere.

The festival will include a Yule ritual, healing circle, sweat lodge, nightly drum circles, workshops, entertainment and activities for the entire family.

Below are a few of the new workshops planned for this year’s YuleFest. More will be added as they are suggested by the community. YuleFest Schedule

Storytelling and the Tarot: Learn fantastic techniques for unearthing the stories beneath the cards and relating those stories in a clear and effective manner. This is a Tarot class AND a creative writing class, so bring your favorite Tarot and/or Oracle Deck, a notebook, and a comfy pen. If you forget your deck, don't worry - Gina will have plenty on hand.

Spiral Magick – The Workshop: The Spiral is a symbol of rebirth and power. Working through the spiral allows you to be more specific and add power at each turn of the spiral to your spellcrafting. Through this workshop you will learn to utilize the power of the spiral, and be more specific when casting.

Tarot - Meditation and Mediation: Experience a powerful guided meditation into a single Tarot card. We will follow with discussion of various techniques of meditation and mediation or path working between cards. Bring something comfy to sit in or relax upon for the meditation.

To Degree or not to Degree: 1st degree, 2nd and 3rd…What does each level mean or represent? Do you have to get a degree to be a “witch”? Where did this degree system come from? In this workshop we will be discussing the history of this system, what each degree means, and why this is such a spiritual and personal choice for each individual.

Crafting Ornaments with Stained Glass Paint: We will create beautiful ornaments that you may take home to decorate your Yule tree.

Brewing and Distilling Beer, Mead, Wine, Cider and Cordials: A round table discussion on procedures, ingredients, time and cost requirements, as well as legal aspects.

Paganomics: A discussion that will include practical methods to improve one’s prosperity magick.

How to Make Butterscotch Liquor: An easy to follow demonstration on creating this tasty and seductive liquor. Sampling will be included.

A Typical Day at an All World Acres Festival
In the morning stroll down to the cafe for coffee and/or breakfast. Outside in the courtyard you'll find many people socializing and planning for the day's activities. Wander into the garden circle where you can enjoy a quiet moment for meditation or exercise. The fire circle is another favorite spot in the morning and don't forget a visit to the horses. Next it's time to check out the workshop schedule. They all sound fun and educational so catch a couple before lunch. After lunch, if it's warm out, you might want to cool off in the mistic garden. Or if you prefer to soak up more knowledge there's always more workshops. The afternoon is also a great time for shopping and you'll find a bustling merchants' row with a large diverse selection of merchandise. In the evening you might enjoy a concert or show in the courtyard or join an impromptu jam session/sing-a-long. The night is also time for drum circle and a visit to AWA is incomplete without experiencing the magic around the main fire. Later in the evening stop by the cafe for coffee or dessert.

Read a review on the Witches Voice of a past festival at AWA

First Time Festival Attendees
At All World Acres we have always been proud that many people come here for their first visit to a festival or community gathering. We strive to make everyone feel safe, comfortable, and part of the family. Want to make new friends? You'll find some of the nicest people you're ever going to meet. Want to remain solitary and just observe? There's plenty of room for privacy and everyone's wishes are respected.

The Rising Sun Cafe
The cafe will be open every day of the event. Home cooked meals, drinks, and snacks are available at reasonable prices.

General Info
The site for this event, All World Acres, has hosted more than 80 different events over the past eight years. AWA is a not for profit sanctuary and campground that is supported by the community it serves. All of the work done to prepare and facilitate this event is done by volunteers. Their only compensation is the satisfaction of working in a family-like environment to better the community at large. We hope all visitors will want to "join the family". AWA is located at 4715 Bruton Rd. Plant City, Florida 33565. Admission is only permitted during scheduled events (no drop bys).

Admission
Admission prices are for all 4 days and include all workshops, activities, entertainment, rituals, drum circles, and camping with hot showers and flush toilets. The full event price (4 day ticket) for adults is only $30 in advance or $40 at the gate. Cost for youths 11-17 years old is only $10 for all 4 days. Children 10 and younger are free. For those who can only attend for one day a day pass is offered at $15 in advance or will be available at the gate for $20 and good from 9am-9pm (no camping). YuleFest is a fund raising event to help support All World Acres. The money paid for admission is a donation and may be tax deductible. Receipts are available in the Cafe. No cash refunds. Please check registration page for details. Registration

Vendors
There will be a limited amount of vending space so please register early. The cost for vending will be $10 per 10x10 space in addition to individual cost.

Questions?
There's always a lot of questions as the event draws near. Click on revolving image to send us an email or for quicker response please call 813-748-0761.

Reasons to Pre-Register
1. It cost less than at the gate.
2. Pre-registered will receive priority in activities that may have space limitations such as the sweat lodge.
3. It makes it easier for the volunteers to prepare for the event.
4. It makes it easier for the volunteers working the registration booth at the event.
5. It provides the funds necessary for event preparation.

Help and answers to questions are always available.
Email to; info@healingtoday.com or call 813-748-0761.