World Waldorf Alumni Festival in Halifax in August 2019

23 Jan World Waldorf Alumni Festival in Halifax in August 2019

A small but dedicated group of young people under the leadership of Council member, Micah Edelstein, is working hard to create a world-wide Waldorf AlumniFestival which will celebrate 100 years of Waldorf education. This event will take place August 7-12, 2019 in HalifaxNS; it is a collaboration between the Anthroposophical Societies of the US and Canada.

 The Anthroposophical Youth Section (AYS) of North America has decided to hold its2019 conference at the same time and in the same place. The groups are still exploring how they can do a collaborative cross-over-day(s) between the two events.   

Micah Edelstein

Micah was inspired to want to create an Alumni Festival by reading a fascinating book: “An Exploration into the Destiny of the Waldorf School Movement” by Frans Lutters, a former Waldorf teacher and anthroposophist. In his book Frans presents research into the karmic connections between the first Waldorf school teachers and students along with Emil Molt and Steiner. It also details the 100 year history of the impulse for an education that nurtures the free human spirit.

 Frans Lutters

 Micah reached out to the author and heard in October that Frans would be delighted to travel to Halifax next August and participate in the Festival as the key note speaker! His wife, an art therapist, will give some workshops.

Micah adds: “The international organizing team, which meets once a week through Zoom video, is continually seeking new Alumni and friends who feel connected with the initiative and would like to contribute to the Festival. The team is also currently looking for sponsors to help make the Festival a success.”

 The Council is very excited about Micah’s initiative!

We will send more information in upcoming editions of the eNews to keep you informed of what is happening. A website is being created so that people can register. This event is not only open for former Waldorf students but also for any Waldorf teachers or others who want to attend.

 Susan Koppersmith