A Winter Spiral at Spark in the Dark Event

For the first time ever, Tamarack Waldorf School is teaming up with the Urban Ecology Center for its Spark in the Dark midwinter celebration! And we’re excited to bring a beloved Waldorf tradition to the wider community: the Winter Spiral.

Each year, at Tamarack and Waldorf schools around the world, we welcome the winter solstice with this beautiful and reflective ceremony. Participants of all ages are invited to walk a winding path of evergreen boughs toward a central flame, light a candle, and place it along the spiral.

The Winter Spiral symbolizes the inward journey we take during the darkest days of the year—and reminds us that even a small light can help brighten the world around us.

The Winter Spiral will be just one of many special experiences at Spark in the Dark. Stay tuned for more details!