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Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light Announces Seasonal Events

The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light offers a variety of special events to celebrate the Season of Light, Christmas, Hanukkah, Yuletide and other traditions that mark this time of year.  

Start the season off with the “Embody Your Light” ecstatic dance holiday event  on December 9, then join our Christmas Eve candlelight service with special blessings and prayers for departed loved ones through the special Giving Tree of Love and Light.  

There will also be a winter solstice ceremony on December 21 with a call to lightworkers. Finally, begin the New Year on January 1 with special mantras for prosperity. Please visit the calendar of events on our website to learn more about these upcoming events. All are welcome and encouraged to participate.   

Location: 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-371-9333, visit CCOSL.com, or follow on Facebook and Instagram. 

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