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The Annual Rainbow Gathering of Living Light 2010 A circle of individuals gathering on the land in pennsylvania have reached an understanding through counsel and careful concideration, the 2011 Annual Rainbow Gathering of Living Light will be enjoined and celebrated July 1st through 7th somewhere in the State of Washington. The Rainbow Gathering of Living Light is a freeform celebration of Spirit and community that is open to all peaceful peoples and devoid from commercial interests. Location of the gathering site will be decided and announced sometime in the first weeks of June. All voices and hearts are humbley welcomed to share in the vibration of world peace.  \\\ Annual Rainbow Gathering Scout Rendezvous (TBA) & Annual Rainbow Gathering Spring Counsel Get your tribe ready to join this awesome celebration. " If you would like to participate in helping manifest this grand specticle of love please join the Tribal Mailer and share your energy. "We Love You!" Current information can be found by visiting 2011 Annual Rainbow Family of the Living Light Gathering.












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Rainbow Family of the Living Light - Granola Funk Theater 2008 - Photo by Neo McKennedy http://www.flickr.com/photos/28370962@N04/ The Rainbow Family of Living Light, sometimes known as the "Rainbow Tribe", is an international loose affiliation of individuals who have a common goal of trying to achieve peace and love on Earth. Those who participate in, or sympathize with, the activities of this movement sometimes refer to the circle simply as the "Family". The words: Rainbow Family in the longer title are a reference to the families inclusiveness of all colors, classes, races and creeds.

The use of the phrase: Living Light in the longer title is a reference to "living lightly", or living with little mass or impact on the environment. Here's another daffy-nition: A rainbow gathering is called "rainbow" because it takes the full spectrum of hue-manity to make it happen; it literally 'takes all kinds' ... IOW, many hands make light work. :^) -or- Ya' know (the Rainbow) "it's made up of light". Living Light that is.

Some rainbow family participants make the claim that the family is the "largest non-organization of non-members in the world". In addition to referring to itself as a non-organization, the Rainbow Family of Living Light's "non-members" also playfully call the movement a "disorganization".

There are no official leaders, no formal structure, no official spokespersons, and no membership. Instead, the Rainbow Family forms community through passivly shared "traditions" of love for the Earth and gatherings to pray for peace. Most gatherings are loosely maintained by open, free form counsels consisting of any "non-member" who wishes to be part of a counsel. There is no formal organization or leadership. It is felt by many to be contrary to the spirit of the gatherings. It is said that any one with a belly button may consider themselves part of the rainbow family, and that even a belly button is not really needed. We are welcome home as one family.

Rainbow "counsels" are nothing more than ad hoc discussion circles, NOT elected legislative bodies that can decide anything for anyone who isn't participating directly. Agreement with concensi is ever and all-ways optional, NEVER mandatory. You have a mind of my own, and no one may dictate to your reason... There is NO WAY that all who gather can ever "duly appoint" anyone to any official position.

The rainbow family of living light is said to be made up of tribes and families and people from all walks of life coming together as one human family gathering together on the land. Rainbow gathering are different for every one. You may find people actively creating positive community with one another, learning and teaching ways we can live in harmony with nature, our mother earth, and each other and celebrating life together.

Arkansas Valley - Looks like great camping!There have been gatherings called Rainbow Gatherings since at least 1972, and there has been at least one large gathering of the tribes every year in the United States on public land around the 4th of July since then. Many gather then to pray for peace and healing in the world. There are also gatherings in many parts of the world, in different countries and on various continents, there are even world gatherings as well as many local and regional gatherings throughout the year. Some are timed with the solstice or equinox and at other special times and seasons throughout the year. It may be that there have been gatherings before or since the "first" rainbow gathering in 1972 that may not have called themselves rainbow gatherings but where of the same spirit.

The gatherings are called rainbow because they are for all the peoples of the earth, from many families, tribes, and nations. Some say that the Hopi people native to North America tell a vision of a time when mother earth, the land, air, waters, and creatures of all kinds were sick with poisons and ill treatment by people, the children of the white races, or more specifically the people who lived the cultures of those who displaced the native peoples of the Americas - not just Caucasians, would grow their hair long, wear beads, and come together with the children of all the nations to heal the earth.

Intentional community, respect for indigenous peoples and culture, ecology, and spirituality are common themes with peoples of the rainbow.

Rainbow Gatherings have always celebrated freedom of choice, encourage diversity and have helped inform generations of people about various cultural ideologies and Spiritual beliefs. Over the years these inclusive and freeform gatherings have spawned several and various same type gatherings to include what might be termed "Alternative Rainbow Gatherings". While many of these newer Rainbow Gatherings are still in their infancy, they do share much of the same Spirit, energy and sense of communal reverence.

Alternative Rainbow Gatherings may have had their start early on, subsequent gatherings beyond the original invitation in 1972 might well be viewed as alternatives manifested to recreate the love shared at the first gathering, certainly there where many people who wanted the gatherings to continue. While all Rainbow Gatherings share some traditions, it is only proper that different "tribes" celebrate these blessings in different manners. Not all Rainbow Gatherings have the same focuses nor do all gatherings enjoy the same focalizers.



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Welcomehere.org is a loving effort of combined heartsongs deadicated to Spirit and the Children of the Rainbow Family Tribes. This site does not represent nor speak for the Rainbow Families of the Living Light, Rainbow Family Counsels, the kind host providers, tribal circles, you or anyone else. You are encouraged to speak for yourself. Special thanks to all the folks who dedicate their time, focus and energies to help create the magic that is Rainbow and shine beautiful whenever they can. It is by our deeds and kindness that we will journey together the trail towards home. Much love and respect to you and yours from our lumpy circle, forever loving you!

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