Sacred Waters will be a new community water ritual created for Cherry Valley that draws on the indigenous Slavic and Animist traditions of Palmer’s ancestors from the Biebrza River Valley in Podlasie, Poland.…
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“It was an honor to participate, especially in a locale so close to home,” said Colin Weeks, who took part in the drawing marathon. “Jonathan Pincus, Marc-Anthony Polizzi and Angelica Palmer deserve much credit, not just for securing such generous funding to make this happen, but also for proving that small, rural areas can do and have thriving vibrant communities of artists and creatives.”…
According to officials, the February 2025 Koliada “was a wonderful creation of village magic, bringing nature and the mythic to our small village of Cherry Valley, New York. This year, thanks to new grant funding, we are excited to make Koliada bigger and better, with expanded workshops and performances.”…
Key elements of ecstatic dance include freedom of movement (dancing “in any way that feels right”), dancing without speaking, inclusivity (“welcoming all ages, backgrounds, and abilities”), and creating a respectful, mindful, “sacred space” environment.…
The Telegraph School will hold a monthly “Red Tent” gathering on Saturday, June 8—a safe and sacred place where self-identified women gather to experience, share, celebrate, and mourn the rhythms of the life of a woman. Red Tent events include an activity, a story circle and a potluck dinner. The cost is $10.00-$30.00 on a sliding scale and advance online registration is required.…
CV Water Project Receives State Funding By ELIZABETH COOPERCHERRY VALLEY The spirit of creativity that has defined the Cherry Valley for generations is being renewed and rejuvenated in a new venue, and its director has now been selected for a $10,000.00 state grant to expand her work this summer. Angelica Palmer, who grew up in the village, is one of just 10 recipients of the New York State Council on the Arts’ competitive Rural and Traditional Arts fellowship. Her Cherry…
Fifth History Center Mural Unveiled, Completing Cycle…
