Waldorf School’s Forest Kindergarten Hosts Lantern Walk

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Families at the Waldorf School’s Forest Kindergarten acknowledged the waning hours of daylight last week by lighting a bonfire and then venturing through woodland trails carrying paper lanterns. The autumn ritual, which originated with the medieval celebration of Martinmas on November 11th, is still recognised throughout northern Europe and also at Waldorf schools across America. Waldorf education incorporates many traditional festivals honoring the changing seasons as a way to stay connected to the cycles of nature.