It's a time-honored Jewish tradition. I do something different every year. Also, I belong to an African dance class which is actually closer to a weekly community happening. This Winter Solstice I plan to spend with them - dancing and singing and sharing a holiday ritual in which we creatively express what the season means to us and our wishes for the coming millenium year. I'm looking forward to it.
Solstice feels like a holiday that includes everyone.
It doesn't have the trappings of Christmas and all the expectations that go along with it. It doesn't make you feel left out or insignificant if you do not have a family to share it with. As a Jew I can participate as an equal, not just as a guest. I guess that's why I was drawn to finding out more about it. In some cases, links from this site yield a small affiliate fee.