Open Sweat Lodge Ceremonies
June 21st - September 1st
Different days and times are scheduled with various leaders. Beach, rain or shine.
Good will offering. No registration is required. First come, first served. (Max 22)
First come, first served sign-up starts 2 hours BEFORE the time scheduled.
(That is when we get the fire ready.)
Sign up directly at the lodge area at the beach. No text or email requests allowed.
Lodge ceremony is one way to connect with the Spirit Realms and the Divine. Lily Dale’s lodge is a structure made of saplings bent over to form a small dome high enough to crawl and sit up in. Usually about 22 people are able to squeeze in to form 2 circles around the center. Red-hot rocks from the outside fire are brought into the center “Stone People’s pit.” Water is poured onto them, creating a “sacred breath” which helps us to center and pray. The lodge ceremony can last from one to several hours, depending on the lodge leader and the needs of those attending. No two ceremonies are alike. Appropriate attire for Lily Dale’s lodges includes shorts and a t-shirt, although some leaders prefer women to choose the more traditional long (below knee) skirt and a t-shirt that covers the elbows. Please bring a towel and a dry change of clothes. No bathing suits, please. Attendance is first come, first served (see above) up to 22 participants. We do reserve the right to turn away people whose presence may be disharmonious in the group. If there are enough “latecomers” after the first 22, and there is interest, there may be another lodge about 2 hours after the original one. There is no fee for participation, but goodwill offerings to help are gratefully appreciated for lodge or healing fire.
Please note: Inside the lodge, it can get very hot and crowded. Most leaders do not permit women on their “moon time” (menses) to go inside. Ask them. If you have any health concerns or concerns about the health of other participants (e.g. HIV, Zika, etc.), please discuss them beforehand with your doctor. Participation is open, voluntary, and “at your own risk.”
Dates and Leaders
Friday, June 21, at 7:00 p.m., Steve C.
Saturday, June 22, at 7:00 p.m., Joe S.
*Thursday, June 27, Healing Fire (no lodge), at 7:00 p.m., Spider
Friday, July 5, at 7:00 p.m., Matt K.
Saturday, July 13, at 7:00 p.m. (men only), Mark Z.
Sunday, July 21, at 7:00 p.m., Brian H
Friday, August 2, at 7:00 p.m., Teresa S.
*Monday, August 5 at 7:00 p.m. (women only Healing Fire), Spider
Saturday, August 10, at 7:00 p.m., Joe S.
Sunday morning, September 1, at 7:00 a.m., Neal R.
*The community Healing Fire will share the teachings of the Medicine Wheel. the Women’s Healing Fire, open to women and girls, will share the Moon Lodge teachings. Participants at either Healing Fire will have the opportunity to place healing prayer sticks into the fire. Please bring a drum or rattle if you have one. Open to all ages.
Butterfly Release Ceremony
Friday, June 21
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Developing through a process of metamorphosis from egg to larva (caterpillar) to pupa (chrysalis) to adult, the butterfly serves as a metaphor for our own existence. As Spiritualists, we believe we enter the world in human form and transition to Spirit through the change called death. The release of newly awakened butterflies is
an opportunity to remember the souls of loved ones, who are with us always and perpetually experience our love and prayers. A $15.00 advance payment reserves a butterfly for you. Though butterflies may be available for purchase on the day of the event, there is no guarantee. Registration begins at 12:00 noon.
Community Church Service
Sunday, June 16, Auditorium 10:30 am -12:00 pm
It has been a Lily Dale tradition to hold a Community Church Service in the Auditorium on the Sunday before our summer season begins. This service is conducted by Lily Dale Spiritualist Church, Church of the Living Spirit, Fellowships of the Spirit and City of Light Spiritualist Church. It is a beautiful way to begin our summer season program. Everyone is welcome, please bring your family and friends.
Children and Teens Week
20th Anniversary Teen’s Week
Sunday, July 21 - Friday, July 26
Different events on different days; schedule below. All classes in the Lyceum; Talent Show in the Auditorium; Beach Party at the Lily Dale Beach. $15/participant/class suggested love donation.
No child is turned away. Parents, please join your children. We look forward to seeing you!
Home and Garden Tour
Sunday, July 14th
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Lily Dale Grounds, $40
Take a stroll around Lily Dale and venture into the homes, reading rooms, and gardens of some of our Lily Dale residents. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, since this is a walking tour. We will meet at the Sacred Grounds Coffee House to join your Tour Guides. The Tour will begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 8:00 p.m. or a little after. Space is limited, so pre-registration is recommended.
*By purchasing your ticket, you agree to receive event updates and offers from Lily Dale Assembly.
Non-reimbursement: Tickets are non-refundable; no reimbursement for unused or unattended events.
Tea with Barbie and Friends
Sunday, July 21
3:00 pm to 5:40 pm Auditorium
This is an adult event. Barbie and her friends invite you to a Victorian Tea Party with your own precious dolls. Experience Spirit Messages from your dolls and Mediums while dining on afternoon tea.
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Sunday, July 21, 2024
10:30am: HEALING TEMPLE WITH OUR FUTURE HEALERS
Children need to wear closed-toed shoes, black trousers or skirts, with a white top, and be at least 8 years old.
2:30pm: BLESSINGS OF THE ANIMALS
with Joanne Copley-Nigro and Destiny; in this class, everyone will learn how to bless their animals, as well as other animals, in a safe loving environment for all
5:30pm: YOGA
with Autumn and Jake; enjoy this amazing yoga class with sound healing
Monday, July 22, 2024
10:30am: EMPOWERING KIDS WITH A SELF-HEALING ENERGY WORKOUT
with Elizabeth Ferrall
2:30pm: LIGHT OF THE WORLD AND WHO YOU ARE!
Enjoy the Sound of your Spirit. Tom Cratsley and Phil Colarusso invite the participants to feel the light and sound of being through Joy
5:00pm: THE JOY OF MEDIUMSHIP
A surprising opportunity to be in touch with the spirit world
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
10:30am: HEALING WITH CRYSTALS
with Sue Drozd; yes, we will use crystals to heal Body, Mind, and Spirit
2:30pm: ASTROLOGY OF FUN
with Meredith Melvin; come learn and understand the stars with you
7:00pm: COMPUTERS AND SPIRITUALITY
with Dr. Russell Brown
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
10:30am:. HOME CIRCLE
with our Beloved Kindra McCabe and friends
2:30pm: DOWN TO THE STUMP TO DELIVER MESSAGES
Let’s get there a little early, so those from the message service may want to join us
7:00pm: BEACH PARTY!
Laughter and fun at the beach, with a sing along, s’mores, and a campfire
Thursday, July 25, 2024
10:30am: SOUND HEALING
with Jake Kennedy; please bring your own sound to join him
2:30pm: CHILDREN/TEEN SERVICE OF MESSAGES AND HEALING
6:30pm: ANNUAL TEEN WEEK TALENT SHOW
Please remember, rehearsals are every day at 4pm with Jake
Friday, July 26, 2024
10:30am: HOW THE EARTH CAME TO BE AND HOW WE ARE ALL RELATED
with Grandmother Spider
2:30pm: SWEAT LODGES AT THE BEACH
with Dr. Neal Rzepkowski
6:30pm:. BACK TO THE STUMP FOR MESSAGES
7:30pm: THE MAGIC OF CREATING WISHES
with Stacy Schuerman Kopchinski and Holly
8:30pm: CELEBRATIONS OF 20 YEARS OF BIG LOVE
with Barry Goldstein and his love and teachings
Woman’s Day Events:
Saturday, August 17
MAE WEST DAY DEDICATION
12:00 p.m. The Healing Temple
Lily Dale WDE honors one of our favorite visitors.
SO YOU GOT THE VOTE, NOW WHAT?
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Auditorium, $10
Join us for a presentation on how Spiritualism empowered women after the 19th Amendment.
MEDIUMSHIP & WOMEN’S RIGHTS
8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Auditorium, $15
Come for an interactive theatrical presentation highlighting historical female mediums and how they worked led by Mae West.
SPECIAL CHURCH SERVICE DEDICATED TO PETS AND ANIMALS, Auditorium
Sunday, August 11
10:00 a.m.
City of Light Spiritualist Church
Inspirational Speaker: Rev. Joanne Copley-Nigro
Medium: International Pet Psychic Deb Stanton
14TH ANNUAL PET REMEMBRANCE CELEBRATION, Leolyn Woods
Sunday, August 11
1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Lily Dale Pet Cemetery, Love Donation
A memorial service to honor beloved pets that have crossed over the Rainbow Bridge and for the pets that rest in The Lily Dale Pet Cemetery. A short historic tour of the Pet Cemetery will be offered. Bring a photo, prayer, or loving thought of a pet to be remembered. Events will take place rain or shine.
A SPECIAL PET HEALING OUTDOOR SERVICE, Pet Healing Gazebo
(next to the Healing Temple)
Sunday, August 11
6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Individuals are invited to bring their pet for a special pet healing. Join us for a short prayer and individual hands-on pet healing (Love Donation). Pets must be on a leash or in a pet carrier and be people/pet friendly. Be considerate of your pets comfort needs.
COMMUNITY PICNIC
Sunday, August 25
12:30 p.m.
East Street Picnic Pavillion EVERYONE WELCOME!
The Church of the Living Spirit will be sponsoring a Community Picnic on Sunday, August 25, beginning at 12:30 p.m. at the Lily Dale Fire Hall Picnic Pavillion. Free hot dogs and hamburgers provided Attendees are asked to bring a dish to pass. Raffles and 50/50 draw will be held, with donations going to Lily Dale Assembly. Come for fellowship and to meet Lily Dale residents and friends! Everyone is welcome.