Rhythms of change and the midnight sun spark a celestial celebration. In the north, the Solstice occurs on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 10:42 p.m. EDT or 2:42 a.m. UTC on June 21st. However, sun’s natural pattern differs from clock time. At the moment when the sun reaches its zenith and appears to stand still, traditionally, this symbolizes the commencement of summer and the longest day and shortest night of the year. Conversely, in the south, it marks the beginning of winter, a quiet time characterized by the shortest day and longest night.

Indigenous Peoples have a profound connection and understanding of our celestial relative, the sun. Sacred places like Machu Picchu were strategically constructed to align with the sun during solstices. Similarly, the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx in Egypt were built to align with the solstice sunset, showcasing ancient peoples’ remarkable comprehension.