How can I throw an awesome winter solstice party? I want to throw a winter solstice party. Not just a winter solstice party, but the BEST winter solstice party to have ever been thrown. What kinds of traditional celebrations/rituals have been used throughout history to celebrate the winter solstice that can be easily transfered to the modern time?
I've read the wikipedia article about it, but stuff there is either overly general or involves sacrificing "white female animals" or sprinkling people people's faces with goats blood, neither of which I think would fly with my winter solstice party guests....
And, does anyone have any nontraditional ideas for marking the occasion? I'm looking for thoughts on optimal food, drinks, activities, anything. Bonus points for a place to throw this party (for about 100 people, and on the cheap) in DC!
I've read the wikipedia article about it, but stuff there is either overly general or involves sacrificing "white female animals" or sprinkling people people's faces with goats blood, neither of which I think would fly with my winter solstice party guests....
And, does anyone have any nontraditional ideas for marking the occasion? I'm looking for thoughts on optimal food, drinks, activities, anything. Bonus points for a place to throw this party (for about 100 people, and on the cheap) in DC!