What do snail shells, labyrinths, hurricanes, and history repeating itself have in common? An iconic symbol for centuries, the spiral reminds us of our roots and can be a powerful model for transformation in our lives. Explore this and more at the Soil Factory’s inaugural Summer Solstice Festival, a 6-day event featuring a multi-media, multi-sensory art exhibit, The Spiral Path: Tracing Our Way Forward; activities for all ages; a presentation by distinguished artist Frances Gallardo, upcycled merch to purchase, and a spiral labyrinth to walk in contemplation. Join us June 17-22 and help support this interconnected community of art, science, and sustainability.

PROGRAM
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June 17 (Tue), 5–7 pm: The Spiral Path art exhibit opening night, with live music by Cassia and Gordon, walking labyrinth art (self-guided).

Exhibiting artists: Kathrin Achenbach, Mara Alper, Ben Altman, Patti Capaldi, Frances Gallardo, Rohini Gupta, Anna Ialeggio, Kati Lustyik, Kathy Morris, Todd Schack, Alek Slon, Karen Viola, and Philip Viola.

June 18 (Wed), 5–7 pm: Spiral Path art exhibit, walking labyrinth art

June 19 (Thu), 5–7 pm: Spiral Path art exhibit, walking labyrinth art

5:15-6:45 pm: The Art of Autobiographical Collage
Join participating artist, Kathy Morris, in exploring your life spiral with words, images, and various media—materials will be supplied. Feel free to also bring drawings, letters, or any other scraps cherished or mundane. No previous experience necessary—for anyone open to fun, flow, and connection!

June 20 (Fri) Summer Solstice: 5–7 pm:
Spiral Path Art exhibit, walking labyrinth art
6–7 pm: Outdoor music recital (weather permitting) by Suzuki Music Education students

June 21 (Sat), noon–6 pm: Spiral Path art exhibit and activities for the public
12–4 pm: Fundraising Art Sale
Handmade gift items by Soil Factory artists including ceramics, T-shirts, tote bags, prints, cards & more. All proceeds support the operating cost of the Soil Factory.
Special gift offer of a unique, hand-crafted clock for first 20 new sustaining members or those who increase their membership amount!

12:30–1:30 pm: Welcome and art history group presentation on The Spiral Path

1:30–2:30 pm: Spiraling into the 4th Dimension—A Participatory Exploration of Time
A spiral is often celebrated as a 2-D shape and a 3-D structure. We will venture into 4-D territories by imagining the shape of time as a flowing spiral. Linda Weintraub, artist and author, will guide your spiral time travel exploration.

3:00–4:30 pm: Distinguished local artist, Frances Gallardo, will give a presentation of her work, followed by a round table discussion open to all exhibiting artists.

4:30–6 pm: Dance party for all ages with Dj titus and DJ Dijon

June 22 (Sun), 12:00– 3 pm: Spiral Path art exhibit, walking labyrinth art
1–1:45 pm: Gentle movement class for all ages

Questions? Reach out to the organizers:
Kati Lustyik
Karen Viola

This program is made possible in part with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant program from the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the office of the Governor and NYS Legislature, administered by the Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County.