Saturday, December 8, 6:30-9pm, Blacklick Woods Golf Course Banquet Room [Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks], 7309 E. Livingston Ave., Reynoldsburg, Ohio

The Winter Solstice — also known as The Longest Night, Midwinter, Yule, and Jol — is a day that human beings across the globe have been celebrating since the Stone Age over 15,000 years ago. It represents the shortest period of sunlight in a single day during the entire year, and in turn, the longest period of darkness.

The winter months to follow were typically difficult for early peoples. In fact, they came to be known as “the famine months.” Today, of course, winters aren’t so hard on our stomachs — quite the opposite for many of us! But our human need for community, connection, and celebration has not changed. And so we are excited to announce that we will once again be hosting our annual Winter Solstice Banquet and we’d love it if you joined us.

Appetizers: Shrimp Cocktail and Vegan Garden Herb Cucumber Bites

Entrees: Chicken Alfredo or Vegan Cavatelli

Sides: Caesar Salad, Dinner Rolls

Dessert: Chocolate Fountain with various goodies for dipping or Hot Chocolate Bar

Dress Code: This is a special event; we encourage our members to dress up and help set the feel for the evening.