Lily Dale, Summer of 2007

First of all, Lily Dale, NY, is a spiritualist community. Forest Temple is one of several places around the community where religious activities may happen.

From one street in "The Dale" there is a fine view across a lake. I took my bicycle with me to Lily Dale and was able to explore the community and some of the surrounding countryside.

Near the lake view (above) stands this pink house among the trees.

In the foreground is my friend Patti's house in Lily Dale.

This is the porch of the community eating hall. Most residents cook most of their own meals but this is a fine addition to the community. There is also a small bookstore and a large meeting hall.

There are fairies in the nearby woods, of course.

This is another one of several parallel streets in Lily Dale. Some residents live here year around while others, like my friend, live and work elsewhere and come for weekends or longer during the summer.