July 4 - July 13

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The past 15 days have been filled with the two family weeks that traditionally begin the summer season at Indralaya. In all, more than 50 families were represented and nearly 200 people were here over the two weeks.

The family weeks are composed of centering circles, the honoring of the ages, sockhop, arts & crafts, singing, workshops, tea times, the walking of the labyrinth, work on behalf of Indralaya, and the many other memories that weave the days together.

Thanks and gratitude to everyone who plays a part, with particular appreciation for the dedicated and spirited leadership of coordinators Victoria Bennett, Ondine & Elliot Toler-Scott, Viola Marx, Hugh & Annie McManus, and Penny Sharp Sky.

family week morning circles ~ week one above, week two below

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During big weeks like the those that have just finished, those on fellowship and long term staff play a crucial role in assuring that things run smoothly.

Spencer, Leonie, Minor, Jake, Laurie, Christopher, Lilly, Petr & Zach

It Was 84 Years Ago Last Week...

The Excelsior Diary ~ 1927

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These two photos are from Fritz Kunz's day book for 1927. That was the year that Fritz and Dora were married, and journeyed across the country to participate in a gathering of Theosophists on Orcas Island. The penciled note in the lower photo indicates that Dora and Fritz ‘went to Orcas’ on Tuesday, July 5. From that moment in time, much has ensued!