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TLS Annual Gathering

Join us in November 2010 for the next TLS Annual Conference Gathering in New Harmony, Indiana.  

The Annual Gathering is a yearly conference-style setting that spans several days. It is a time when labyrinth enthusiasts and experts gather from around the world for a time to learn, share, and celebrate the use of labyrinths. The Annual Gathering includes featured speakers, workshops, sales of labyrinth-related products, Silent Auction, and lots of labyrinths. It is a time to meet and network with others who use and love labyrinths,  learn new techniques, try new labyrinth designs, and support the spread of labyrinths across the world. The Gathering also includes the annual business meeting of The Labyrinth Society, where members are elected to the Board of Directors and have input into the activities of the organization. It is a time when you can have lunch with a labyrinth expert from another continent, try your hand at building a labyrinth, or shop for unique items not available anywhere else. The location and theme for the Annual Gathering changes each year, allowing us to visit many regions.

Here on these pages you will find all of the Gathering specifics from registration information to prices for vendor tables. You can also read retrospectives from past Gatherings to get a taste of what to expect. To find the information you are seeking, simply click on the appropriate link.
 

2010 ANNUAL GATHERING OVERVIEW

November 12-14, 2010

The 2010 Annual Gathering “New Harmonies in the Labyrinth” will be held in New Harmony, Indiana. Sometimes known as ‘The Thin Place’ between earth and sky, it is an active cultural town with a rich history of Wabash Indian culture and two early utopias. With a Harmonist labyrinth begun in 1820 and a beautifully landscaped Chartres Labyrinth built in 1989, New Harmony is a natural place of labyrinth tradition.

New Harmony understands its national role in labyrinth culture, and its institutions are opening their doors wide to the 2010 Gathering. With beautiful venues to stay, meet, shop, and eat, the conference is in a perfect setting for both thoughtful work and engaging down time. The town welcomes the making of labyrinths on its public lawns, and is considering a town-wide Labyrinth Weekend for area visitors.

CALL FOR CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS, LABYRINTHS AND IMAGES

Each year Gathering goers are able to share their talents with others as presenters, photographers, and builders of labyrinths-on-the-grounds. Here you can learn how you can share your work and ideas at the Gathering.

FEATURED SPEAKERS AND GATHERING SCHEDULE

An exciting program of speakers and workshops will be offered at the 2010 Conference Gathering, celebrating our theme: "New Harmonies in the Labyrinth"

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS AND EXHIBITS

There are many things to do in New Harmony besides walking labyrinths!

PRE- AND POST-GATHERING ACTIVITIES

Extend your enjoyment by attending optional activities.

REGISTRATION

We offer a convenient online registration opportunity as well as downloadable mail-in registration options if you prefer. Registrations received early, will receive the special Early Bird discount rates.

TRAVEL AND LODGING AND LOCAL INFORMATION

VENDOR-ARTISANS AREA , TLS STORE, SILENT AUCTION

Start reviewing your inventory, polishing your finger labyrinths and planning your displays. The Market Area at this year's Gathering promises to be bigger and better than ever before! This year we have three separate areas where vendors can participate: the Vendor/Artisans Area, TLS Shop and Silent Auction.

WHEREVER WE MAY WANDER -- GATHERING RETROSPECTIVES

Since 2003, a retrospective has been written about many of the Annual Gatherings. Read, enjoy, remember...