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Horns and Crescent Calendar - Imbolc 2000

Note: For contact/address info for some of the events below, refer to the Event Locations Page. The print version of Horns and Crescent contains the calendar, plus articles of local interest -- retailer and subscription information is available.

The following listings of events come from a variety of sources. We are listing them here as a public service to the Pagan community. They are not necessarily endorsed by the Horns and Crescent. We encourage you to contact the event organizers listed to confirm times and locations. We will not be held responsible for incorrect information.



Announcements

Great Website for Teens: Massachusetts Pagan & Teen Connection: www.geocities.com/paganteens/.

Lights! Camera! Action! Announcing the Cyberdrama at www.cybersybils.com. Come visit the new Pagan-run website devoted entirely to bring you an ero-esoteric mix of intrigue, astrology, and style. The site features a cyber-soap opera based on esoteric knowledge set in modern Europe.

Cape Cod area mailing list for (M)ystics, (O)ccultists, (P)agans, and (S)hamans. To subscribe, email majordomo @technovate.org and send the message: SUBSCRIBE CAPEMOPS. Or, see http://technovate.org/capemops. Contact Ray White at hackman@technovate.org with problems.

Maine Pagan mailing list: To subscribe send email to listmom@maine.rr.com with a message reading: SUBSCRIBE MEP YourName. For information, change message to INFO MEP.

Rhode Island Pagans e-mail list: Sign up at http://www.onelist.com/subscribe.cgi/RIPagans.



Radio/TV

Sundays, 12 noon.
Star Struck, weekly Radio talk show on Astrology, 990 AM W.A.L.E. (Vermont) with Belinda Ray, M.A.

Sundays 7-8 p.m.
Catch Point Of Ares live on the Rebel Cafe radio show, hosted by Buddha and broadcast on Radio Free Cambridge 106.1 FM (Cambridge, MA). 617 876-2186.

Tuesdays around 8:40 a.m.
Weekly astrological forecast by Rev. H.Ps. Blackbird-Dreaming on Rock 104.7 (Cape Cod, MA area) morning show.

Tuesdays 12 noon-2 p.m.
New radio show, Reel Magick, on Radio Free Cambridge 106.1 FM, with C. Dana Evans. Music, poetry, interviews, and more. To submit material or be interviewed, contact cdevans@ mediaone.net; call 781 647-7685 or write Reel Magick, P.O. Box 705, Watertown, MA 02472.

Fridays 6-7 p.m.
Between the Worlds, Earth Religions Radio with Joann Keesey, WMFO, 91.5 FM (Boston, MA). America’s longest running Pagan radio show.

Fridays 6:30 p.m.
Sacred Circle and other shows produced by Bill Carpenter and Athena Productions, on Cablevision channels 34 or 94 in Orange, Milford, Stratford, Bridgeport, and Fairfield, CT; 8 p.m. on Comcast channel 29 in New Haven, Hamden, and West Haven, CT.


Ongoing Events - Weekly

Sundays, 9-10 a.m.
Healing meditation with Tracey Fano, at Open Doors. Free.

Sundays, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Meetings of TalonFire Hearth TdB (Tuatha de Brighid) Druid grove, West Hartford, CT. Call 860 232-5329 or email Hernelugh@aol.com for details.

Sundays, 6:00 p.m.
Open Healing/Spirit Circle at Tremont Tearoom, Boston. Free, 617 338-8100.

Sundays, 7:00 p.m.
Meetings of World Tree Grove, ADF (Attleboro, MA). Call Paul at 401 785-9605 or email pmaurice@adf.org for details.

Mon-Fri. 9-9:30 a.m.
Morning Silent Meditation at Open Doors with Richard Lanza. Informal, free, all levels of experience welcomed.

Mondays, 6:45-7:45 p.m.
Middle Eastern Belly Dancing with Teresa Vangeli at Open Doors. $10/class, all levels welcome.

Mondays, 7 p.m.
Djembe/Dunun Level 4, ongoing class with Alan Tauber at The historic Cutter House, Arlington, MA. The Drum Connection, 781 862-6675.

Mondays, 7-9 p.m.
Shamanic Drumming with Susan Baltozer at Open Doors. Circle drumming and guided shamanic journeying. $10/class.

Mondays, 7:30-9 p.m.
Open Wiccan discussion group at New Moon, Marlboro, MA. 508 481-7533

Mondays, 8:15-9:30 p.m.
Kundalini Yoga with Guruatma Kaur Khalsa, at Open Doors, $10/class.

Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Ongoing Djembe Level 2, 10 week class term with Alan Tauber of the Cambridge Friends School, Cambridge MA. The Drum Connection, 781 862-6675.

Wednesdays
Open class, Psychic Development 101 at Tremont Tearoom, Boston. Free. 617 338-8100 for info.

Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m.
Hatha Yoga with Patty D’Antuono at Open Doors. $10/class, must preregister.

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Taoist Chi Kung Yoga Class with Marie Favorito of the Boston Healing Tao, $60/month, at Studio 440, 440 Somerville Ave., Somerville, MA. 617 628-6570 to register.

Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m.
LifeSource Healing Training Group with Cerridwen, at Arbor Ridge, Sudbury MA. Release, empowerment and guidance through a body-centered connection with Source; energy healing, qigong, inner guidance, authentic expression. Sliding scale. By application, 978 443-8083.

Wednesdays, 8 p.m.
Spiritual Night Out at Spiritual Connections-Universal Life Church, Putnam, CT. A different speaker and topic each week. Free. 860 928-7167.

Wednesdays, 9-11 p.m.
Performance by a member of The Goddess Dancing at Middle East Restaurant, Central Sq., Cambridge MA. Music and dance begin at 9 p.m., no cover. Time subject to change without notice. 781 721-1614 for info.

Wednesdays
Reiki classes at Of All Ages New Age Store and Cafe, Medford, MA. 617 391-1313.

Thursdays
Djembe Level 3, ongoing class, at Cambridge Friends School, Cambridge MA. Alan, The Drum Connection, 781 862-6675.

Thursdays
Cauldron of Annwyn Pagan Society, Providence RI: 3X a month grove meetings, Esbat and Sabbat rituals, plus one weekend day or night social event per month, open to all Pagans. Contact Tempest at lschmidt@risd.edu or write CoA, RISD, 2 College St #1975, Providence, RI 02903.

Thursdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Hatha Yoga with Laura Pacella at Open Doors. $10/class, must preregister.

Fridays, 12 noon
Asatru Lunches with Raven Kindred North, at Downtown Crossing, Boston (next to the Police Box across from Macy’s). Contact David 617 731-5645 or DSCarron@jps.net.

Fridays, 7-8:30 p.m.
Intensive, Intermediate/Advanced jembe/dunun course with Alan Tauber. To learn more, contact Alan, The Drum Connection, 781 862-6675.

Saturdays/Sundays.
Workshops in Celtic Mysteries and Wisdom, Open Rituals, Apprenticeships with Sharynne NicMhacha (Clan MacLeod/Sidhe) in Scottish Highland/Old Irish Tradition. Call 617 739-3869 for info by mail.


Ongoing Events - Monthly

Sundays
Feb. 6 & March 5, 10 am-2 p.m.
Pagan Potluck Brunch at Tarr & Feathers, Greenfield, MA. Call 413 773-3921 for details.

Feb. 6 & March 5,
Burlington (VT) UU Circle Film Nights, 802 658-9689. 2/6: Clan of the Cave Bear (1986). 3/5 the Witches of Eastwick (1989). HC accessible. First UU Society, 152 Pearl St. Donations requested.

Jan. 23, Feb. 13 & 27, March 12, 2 p.m.
Grove Meetings, Hearth Fire Grove, ADF, Billerica, MA. Call Jan Curran, senior druid at 978 439-5515 for directions; also see http://people.ne.mediaone.net/ivydruid/hearthfirecoe.html

One Sunday a month.
NH Pagan Coffee Talks (Portsmouth). Check the NH PCT web page at http://www.nii.net/~pct/ or call Kenn 603 433-5758.

Feb. 13 & March 12, noon-2 p.m.
Youth Tribe, at Spiritual Connections, Putnam CT. For kids birth through 12 and their parents. Seasonal programs for Pagan, Wiccan, New Age families. Share songs, stories and crafts. Free; call 860 928-7167.

Feb. 13 & March 12, 7 p.m.
UUSE-CUUPS meetings, Manchester, CT. For schedule, visit http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Aegean/2438/uusecuup.html. Please check rituals page.

Jan. 23, 10 am - 6 p.m.
LifeSource Healing Training Group with Cerridwen, at Arbor Ridge, Sudbury MA. See Ongoing Events, Weekly, Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m. for details.

Mondays
Feb. 7 & 21, March 6 & 20, 6-8 p.m.
Women’s Goddess Circle at Lavender Moon, Rte. 6A, Sandwich, MA. $25, 508 375-0081.

Tuesdays
Feb. 8 & March 14, 6 p.m.
Lake Region Coffee house in Casco, Maine. Feel free to bring munchies to share. Meet local Pagans, hang out and talk. Contact lsileo@maine.rr.com for info and directions.

Feb. 8 & March 14, 6:30 p.m.
Pagan Movie Night in Bridgeport, CT, sponsored by Pagan Community Church. Please bring soda, munchies to share. For info, call Ed at 203 371-5975.)

Feb. 8 & March 14, 7 p.m.
Astrological Chart Study Group sponsored by the Astrological Society of Connecticut, at the Inspiration Center, 14 Elm St., Winsted CT. For info contact Janet Stack 860 738-9102.

Jan. 25 & Feb, 29, 8 p.m.
Healing Circle at Spiritual Connections, Putnam, CT. Open to healers of all modalities and those seeking healing. Free. Call 860 928-7167.

Wednesdays
Jan. 26, Feb. 9 & 23, March 8, 7 p.m.
Full moons and sabbats with Champlain Valley Circle (Middlebury VT CUUPS) at the Champlain Valley UU Society meeting house. For info or for childcare, call BonnieRita, 802 623-6145 or Joel 802 453-3529 or e-mail jlo@together.net

Feb. 2 & 16, 7 p.m.
Garden Path Coven Wicca Class at Silo 7 Bookstore in Bangor, Maine. Ongoing classes, may be taken individually. Contact Jim or Kitty 207 848-2850 or mugwert@earthlink.net for info. All welcome!

Feb. 16 & March 15, 7 p.m.
Connecticut Wiccan & Pagan Network-Waterbury Area Networking Meeting, at Rinaldi’s Restaurant, Watertown CT. For info contact Joe at kether10@aol.com.

Thursdays
Feb. 3 & March 2, 7 p.m.
Nashua, NH area Pagan Coffee Chat, at the UU Congregation in Milford, NH, Rt 101A. For info contact Guenivere at kwheeler1@prodigy.net.

Feb. 3 & March 2, 8 p.m.
Drum Circle at Spiritual Connections, Putnam, CT. Bring your drums, rattles, etc. 860 928-7167.

Feb. 10, 7 p.m.
New Haven CT Area, Connecticut Wiccan & Pagan Network. Meets at Villa Rosa Restaurant, Merwin Ave., Milford CT. For info e-mail Carlene at carhurl@cybergal.com.

Feb. 10, 7-9 p.m.
Stamford CT Area, Connecticut Wiccan & Pagan Network. Meets at Violets Diner Club, Bank Street, Stamford CT. For info e-mail Marsha marshalz@i-2000.com or call 203 322-7175.

Feb. 17
Monthly Pagan Book Chats at Stroudwater Books in Dover, NH. For details or book titles contact Aimee at Stroudwater 603 742-6743 or Mystycka@aol.com.

Feb. 17 & March 16, 7 p.m.
Potluck Dinner & Discussion Group sponsored by Pagan Community Church in Meriden, CT; Lisa at 203 630-0869 or e-mail Vikgrrl@aol.com.

Jan. 27 & Feb. 24, 7-9 p.m.
Danbury CT Area, Connecticut Wiccan & Pagan Network. Meets at Bassett’s Coffee House, Rt. 7, Brookfield CT. For info, e-mail Mary and Chris Kimball: cwkimball@snet.net.

Fridays
Feb. 4 & March 3, 7:30 p.m.
Business meetings of the Pagan Community Church, at 1206 Sylvan Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. For info call Alicia at 203 372-7674.

Feb. 11, 7-9 p.m.
Free Reiki Sessions by appointment, at Unicorn Books, Arlington, MA. Call 781 935-5228 for Janaki or 781 721-2360 for Padma.

Saturdays
Feb. 5 & March 4, 7-10:30 p.m.
Arbor Ridge Saturday Nite with Cerridwen and Aylon in Sudbury, MA. A healing energy evening, Healing Energy Dance based on qigong and Healing Hands Circle. $20 in advance, limited enrollment. 978 443-8083.

Feb. 5 & 19.
Meetings of Raven Kindred North (Asatru), Eastern MA: 2/5 - Business Meeting; 2/19 Disting. Contact David 617 731-5645 or DSCarron@jps.net.

Feb. 5 & 19, March 4 & 18, 7 p.m.
Grove meetings, Grove of the Sacred Crows/Garrán na bPréacháin Naomh-ADF, E. Bridgewater, MA. Call for directions and details. See contact info list.

Feb. 19, 7 p.m.
The Raven’s Voice Women’s Circle, at Raven Wood Herb Farm, Millbury MA. Join us around the fire to discuss the impact the Goddess has upon us and the world. Sacred objects, drums and rattles welcome! $3-$5 donation greatly appreciated. Must Preregister 508 797-5862.

Feb. 12 & March 11, 7:30 p.m.
North Shore Drum and Dance, with Compass Drummers at Northshore UU Church, 323 Locust St. (Route 35), Danvers. $5 adults, children free. Alan 508 745-8443 or Susan 617 631-7403.

Feb. 12 & 26, March 11, 8-11:30 p.m.
Open Drum and Dance Saturday with Earth Drum Council at First Church Congregational, Cambridge, MA. $5 adults, children free. Percussion instruments welcome. 978 371-2502 or edc@earthdrum.com.

Feb. 19 & March 18, 7 p.m.
Coffeehouse at Silo 7 Bookstore in Bangor, Maine for area Pagans and Pagan friendlies. Bring a munchie to share; coffee and tea provided. $1 donation requested for the store’s expenses. Contact Jim & Kitty 207 848-2850 or mugwert@earthlink.net.


 

Full Moon, Thursday, January 20, 11:40 p.m.

Mon., Jan. 24 - Mon., March 20
Belly dance classes, various levels, with The Goddess Dancing at Boston Dance Company, Central Sq. Cambridge, MA. Advanced Beginner 6:15-7:30 pm "Upper Chakras: Throat, 3rd Eye, Crown"; Intermediate 7:45-9 pm, "The Goddess Archetypes." 9-week session $110, class size limited. Call 781 391-9274 for registration and info. See Jan. 27 for Beginner level.

Tues., Jan. 25, 7-9 p.m.
Using Your Chakra System II with Maggie Crossley, at Illuminations, Westford MA. Part I (Jan. 18) is prerequisite. $20, call 978 486-4268 for info and registration.

Tues., Jan. 25 - Feb. 15, 7-9 p.m.
Magic classes with Christopher Penczak at Unicorn Books. 1/25: Elemental magic - find your allies in the elemental realms, and the elements within you. 2/1: Animal Medicine - how totem animals can aid your spiritual path. 2/8: Walking Between Worlds - shamanic techniques. 2/15: Spirit healing - further shamanic techniques. Each class $25, please preregister.

Wed., Jan. 26 - Wed., March 15, 7-8 p.m.
8-wk class, Belly Dancing, at Women of Wisdom, N. Easton, MA. For women of all ages. $90 prepaid.

Thurs., Jan. 27, 7-9 p.m.
Meditation with Maggie Crossley, at Illuminations, Westford MA. Explore the many forms of meditation. $20, call 978 486-4268 for info/preregistration.

Thurs., Jan. 27 - Thurs., March 23, 7:45-9 p.m.
Beginning belly dance with The Goddess Dancing at Boston Dance Company, Central Sq. Cambridge, MA. "The Sacred Shapes". 9-week session $110, class size limited. Call 781 391-9274 for registration and information.


 

Last Quarter Moon, Friday, January 28, 2:57 a.m.

Fri., Jan. 28 - Sun., Jan. 30
EarthTides Pagan Network’s Cabin Fever Pagan Retreat, Stockton Springs, Maine. Rituals, workshops, fun in the snow (if snow). $20/adults, space limited to 25 registrants; contact LNorthwood@hotmail.com for information.

Fri., Jan. 28 - Sun., Jan. 30
Feast of Lights and The Stag King’s Masque, sponsored by EarthSpirit Community and CCR, at the Inn at Northampton, Northampton MA. Workshops, performances. Adults $80 in advance, $90 at door; day fees/children’s rates available. 413 238-4240, email earthspirit@earthspirit.com or see http://www.earthspirit.com.

Fri., Jan. 28, 7-9 p.m.
Quan Yin, the Compassionate One, with Avril Rama Bell, at Unicorn Books. Meditation and discussion of the personal inner aspects of this goddess. $15, 781 646-3680 for details and registration.

Fri., Jan. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Open Public Pagan Imbolg Ritual at Boston Church of the New Jerusalem, 140 Bowdoin St., Boston, MA, across from the State House on Beacon Hill. Free, donations welcome. Can bring snacks or drinks to share after the ritual. Contact Maureen at 781 388-3773 or email maureen@bdsbbs.com.

Sat., Jan. 29, 9:30-12:30 a.m. & Sun., Jan. 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Learn Reiki: second degree, at Unicorn Books. $500, 781 646-3680 for details and registration.

Sat., Jan. 29, 4-8 p.m.
Circle of Salgion’s Open Imbolc Ritual at Post 311 American Legion Hall, 350 Fall River Ave (Rt 114), Seekonk MA. Ritual followed by networking. $10 donation, to benefit Circle of Salgion church building fund, 508 252-5312.

Sat., Jan. 29, 1-4 p.m.
Imbolc celebration led by Christopher Penczak at Unicorn Books. Sliding scale $15-20. Join us in asking Brid’s blessing for health, home and family. Please bring a candle in a dripless container. 781 646-3680 for details and registration.

Sat., Jan. 29, 7-9 p.m.
A Night of Seance with Carol Gignoux, at Open Doors, Braintree, MA. $30, please preregister.

Sun., Jan. 30, 12 noon - 6 p.m.
Reiki II training with Katie Ramaci, at Women of Wisdom. $250. Class size limited, preregistration requested.

Sun., Jan. 30, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Brewing workshop to make ale for Lughnasa, with TalonFire Hearth TdB, W. Hartford, CT. Also a Dark Moon ritual to shake off the negative cobwebs of old man winter and a contributory potluck supper. Call 860 232-5329 or email Hernelugh@aol.com for details.

Sun., Jan. 30, 7 p.m.
Imbolc Circle with Falmouth CUUPS, at UU Fellowship Church, Falmouth, MA (Cape Cod area). For more info, call JoAnn Allard at 508 540-0507.

Mon., Jan. 31
Rune Crafting with Christopher Penczak at Pachamama, Concord NH. Create and consecrate your own rune set in class. $20, must preregister, 603 226-0716

Tues., Feb. 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Polarity II: Crystals and Cords with Cyndy Collins at Women of Wisdom. Advanced course in use of crystals; must have working knowledge of chakra system. $20, please preregister.

Wed., Feb. 2, 7 p.m.
Ongoing Garden Path Coven Wicca Class at Silo 7 Bookstore in Bangor. Contact Jim or Kitty 207 848-2850 or mugwert@earthlink.net for info.

Wed., Feb. 2, 7 p.m.
Outdoor Imbolc circle with Inner City Pagan Circle, Dorchester MA. Potluck dinner to follow. For details call Dana at 617 265-3959.

Thurs., Feb. 3-Thurs., Feb. 10, 7-9 p.m.
Beginners Tarot with Carol Gignoux, at Open Doors, Braintree, MA. Bring a notebook and your own tarot deck. $60, please preregister.

Thurs., Feb. 3, 7:15 p.m.
Imbolc celebration with CUUPS New Bedford at First Unitarian Church, 71 Eighth St. Led by Othila Cerridwen. Doors lock at 7:30. Please bring potluck dish to share; donation requested of non-members. For info, e-mail lady_sela@hotmail.com.

Fri., Feb. 4
Open Imbolc Circle sponsored by Symbios Coven in E. Bridgewater, MA area. Call the Angel’s Loft for info, 508 378-3350.

Fri., Feb. 4, 7 p.m.
Mid Winter Circle with North Shore CUUPS, Salem MA. Honoring the first Stirrings of Spring. Bring symbols of the first stirings, and left-over candles from the winter; a can of food for The Pantry, and a potluck dish. Contact the church office at 978 744-3224.

Fri., Feb. 4, 7-9 p.m.
How Your Thoughts Can Hurt or Heal, at Unicorn Books, Arlington MA. Trish Whynot, CHC. The power of intention and the meaning of mixed messages on an energy level. $15. Please preregister.

Fri., Feb. 4 & March 3, 7-9 p.m.
Magic classes with Christopher Penczak, at Affirmations, Keene, NH. 2/4: Symbol Magic - learn the craft of making magical symbols and sigils. 3/3: Candle magic - bring a colored candle of your choice. Each class sliding scale $15-30. 603 352-8576.

Fri., Feb. 4, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Sacred Circle Dance: with live music from the Village Circle Band at Belleville Church, corner of High St and Chapel St., Newburyport. Contact Nouri at 781 397-0384.


 

New Moon and Solar Eclipse, Saturday, February 5, 8:03 a.m.

Sat., Feb. 5, 10 am-5 p.m.
In Vision Aura photography, appointments with Maggie Crossley, at Open Doors. Watch your aura live on screen and receive a full-body aura picture also showing the chakras. $20 for full body picture, $35 includes detailed explanation. Must Preregister.

Sat., Feb. 5, 6 p.m.
Dark Moon Ritual at Tarr & Feathers, Greenfield, MA. $3-5 sliding scale, please bring munchies to share, 413 773-3921.

Sat., Feb. 5, 6:30 p.m.
Imbolc celebration sponsored by Pagan Community Church, at First UU Society, 608 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT. Potluck dinner, please bring food and drink to share. Suggested donation: $7 non-members, $5 members. For info, call Alicia at 203 372-7674.

Sat., Feb. 5, 7 p.m.
Open New Moon/Imbolc ritual at Iseum of the Hidden Mysteries, Hollis, Maine. Potluck supper to follow. For details, contact Wren and Seshet 207 727-5844 or anubis@mix-net.net.

Saturday, Feb. 5, 7:30 p.m.
Come hear Malena, Mexican spiritual healer, Malena has a private medical and spiritual practice, She is an MD as well as a chiropractor and teaches at the University of Medicine in Mexico City. Suggested donation $10, reservations suggested, at New Moon, 155 Main Street, Marlboro, MA, 508 481-7533.

Sat., Feb. 5, 8 p.m.
New Moon/Imbolc Circle at Tremont Tea Room. Call 617 338-8100 for info.

Sat., Feb. 5, 7 p.m.
New Moon circle with Inner City Pagan Circle, Dorchester MA. For details call Dana, 617 265-3959.

Sat., Feb. 5, 7:30 p.m.
Ecstatic Dance Party to celebrate the first stirrings of seeds in the earth, with Brewster CUUPS. Dancing and drumming. At Dawes Hall, First Parish UU Church, Brewster, MA. For info, call Judy Ellis, 508 349-1138.

Sun., Feb. 6
Coffee Talk at the USM Woodbury Campus Center, Portland, Maine, sponsored by the Pagan Student Association. For info, call Julie 207 727-5844 or email anubis@mix-net.net.

Sun., Feb. 6, 1-5 p.m.
The Healing Cauldron(SM) at Arbor Ridge, Sudbury, MA. Powerful, advanced ecstatic trance ceremony engages Spirit directly for deep emotional release and powerful personal transformations through toning, movement, percussion, hands-on healing and prayer. (Prerequisite for monthly Circle of the Cauldron.) Sliding scale. Advance registration, 978 443-8083.

Sun., Feb. 6, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Imbolc/Festival of Bridget and New Moon Ritual with TalonFire Hearth TdB (Tuatha de Brighid) Druid grove, West Hartford, CT. Please bring potluck dish. 860 232-5329 or email Hernelugh@aol.com for details.

Sundays, Feb. 6 - March 26, 7-10 p.m.
7-wk class, Witchcraft IV: Temple of the Earth & Sky, with Christopher Penczak, in Salem, NH. An exploration of the science and art of the craft based in Celtic traditions and modern ritual magic. Skips 3/19. Sliding scale $125-200. 603 893-3328.

Mon., Feb. 7
Runic Divination with Christopher Penczak, at Pachamama, Concord NH. Bring a set of Elder Futhark runes. $15, must preregister. 603 226-0716.

Wednesdays, Feb. 9 - March 15, 6:45-9:15 p.m.
6-wk class series, Celtic Triad: Irish Myth, Religion and History and its effects on modern Celtic magical practice, at Tarr & Feathers, Greenfield, (Western) MA. Three 2-week sessions may be taken separately $16-30 sliding scale: 2/9-2/16 Ancient Ireland and the Book of Invasions; 2/23-3/1 Christian-ization of Celtic Myth and Faerie; 3/8-3/15 Effects of Anglo colonization on Celtic Culture in Ireland. For all 6, $45-80 sliding scale. 413 773-3921 for details.

Wed., Feb. 9, 7-9 p.m.
Druidry 101 - Oak, Yew, & Mistletoe, with Gwynne Greene & Robert Barton, at Open Doors. The origins of the early Celtic Druids, and modern Druids’ magic, ritual, and worship. $30, please preregister.

Thursdays, Feb. 10 - March 2, 7:15-9:15 p.m.
Magic classes with Christopher Penczak, at Circles of Wisdom, Andover MA. 2/10: Symbol Magic - learn the craft of creating magical symbols and sigils. 2/17: Candle Magic - bring a candle of your choice to use. 2/24: Magic of Potions - learn to use herbs, crystals, and oils. 3/2: Amulets and Talismans (charms for protecting or attracting). Each class $20. 978 474-8010 to register.

Fri., Feb. 11, 7-9 p.m.
Drum Night at Unicorn Books, with Alan Tauber. Basic vocal sounds and techniques. $15, preregister (fills up early); call 781 646-3680.


 

First Quarter Moon, Saturday, February 12, 6:21 p.m.

Sat., Feb. 12, 10 am-5 p.m.
Holistic/Psychic Fair at Grafton, MA UU Church, Grafton Common (Rt. 140). $2 admission. For info or directions, email herbwomn@ravenwoodherbfarm.com or call 508 797-5862.

Sat., Feb. 12, 10 am-5 p.m.
Medicine Drum Workshop with Jane and Richard King, at Illuminations, Westford, MA. Bring your lunch and an old bath towel. $135 includes materials, must preregister, 978 486-4268.

Sat., Feb. 12, 10 am-5 p.m.
Aura photos by appointment, with brief interpretive reading of your electromagnetic energy field, at Unicorn Books. $20 per photo & reading, $30 with 11-page analysis. Must preregister.

Sat., Feb. 12, 1-5 p.m.
Crystal Magic with Christopher Penczak, at Misty Meadows, Durham, NH. Cleansing, dedicating and programming crystals, gems and minerals. Bring a crystal of any type. $35. For info. call 603 659-7211.

Saturday, February 12, 2000, 9:00 Pm to 2:00 Am
S.P.A.N.'s Bewitching Valentine's Day Ball, a special fundraiser for the Children's AIDS Program at the Copa Grande Oasis Nightclub (781-986-2672), RT 28, 326 North Main St, Randolph Ctr, MA., 21 & over please. Tickets $10/pp. Available from SPAN in advance, or at the door, checks payable to "Children's AIDS Program." S.P.A.N. Inc., PO Box 273, Boston, Ma. 02132, Rev/HPS: Lori Bruno, 781-395-9297, http://members.aol.com/lorib1818/span.html

Sun., Feb. 13, 1-5 p.m. Holistic/Psychic Fair at Grafton, MA UU Church, Grafton Common (Rt. 140). $2 admission. For info or directions, email herbwomn@ravenwoodherbfarm.com or call 508 797-5862.

Tues., Feb. 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Past Life Regression with Lori Miller Freitas, at Women of Wisdom. Use hypnosis to access lifetimes past. $20, please preregister.

Wed., Feb. 16 & 23, 7-9 p.m.
Intro to the Tarot with Avril Bell at Illuminations, Westford, MA. Bring your own deck, pencil and paper. $50, Must preregister, 978 486-4268.

Wednesdays, Feb. 16- Apr. 26, 7-9 p.m.
10 week class, The Planets Within, with Jan Brink, Ph.D., at Unicorn Books. In-depth astrological examination of planets. Sliding scale $180-$250. Bring your birth chart. (You can order from the store). Please preregister.

Thurs., Feb. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Easy Access to Vedic Astrology, lecture by Gary Gomes, at Kenney Center, 200 Main St., Wethersfield, CT. Sponsored by Astrological Society of Connecticut. $10/nonmembers, free to members. Call 860 568-8617 for info.

Fri., Feb. 18, 6-9 pm - Sat., Feb. 19, 10 am-4 p.m.
Learn Reiki: First degree, at Unicorn Books. $150, Call 781 646-3680 for info and to preregister.


 

Full Moon, Saturday, February 19, 11:27 a.m.

Sat., Feb. 19, 10 am-6 p.m.
Shamanic Journeying, a Beginning, with Trish Casimira, at Open Doors, Braintree, MA. Bring a blanket/pillow, drum/rattle, pen & paper. $80. Please preregister.

Sat., Feb. 19, 6:30 p.m.
Esbat sponsored by Pagan Community Church, at First UU Society, 608 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT. Potluck dinner, please bring food/drink to share. Suggested donation: $7 non-members, $5 members. For info, Alicia, 203 372-7674.

Sat., Feb. 19, 7 p.m.
Full Moon circle with Inner City Pagan Circle, Dorchester MA. For details call Dana 617 265-3959.

Sat., Feb. 19, 8 p.m.
Full Moon Circle at Tremont Tea Room, 617 338-8100.

Sun., Feb. 20, 7 p.m.
A Book Discussion with North Shore CUUPS, Salem MA. Discuss some of the books we have found interesting while on our spiritual journeys. Light refreshments to follow. For info contact the church office 978 744-3224.

Tuesdays, Feb. 22 - March 7
Weekly workshops on basic magic with Christopher Penczak, at Pachamama, Concord NH. 2/22 - Magic Circle: Spells and Ritual; 2/29 - Magic Theory: Ancient Mysticism to Modern Science; 3/7 - Universal Magic: Astrology, Spells and Ritual (magical timing techniques). $15 per class, must preregister, 603 226-0716.

Tues., Feb. 22, 7-9 p.m.
Accessing Past Lives and the Superconscious, with Maggie Crossley, at Illuminations, Westford, MA. $20, must preregister, 978 486-4268.

Wed., Feb. 23, 10 am-3 p.m.
Reiki I Training for Kids with Katie Ramaci, at Women of Wisdom. Includes attunement and Reiki treatment, audiotape and manual included. Bring lunch, wear white. $75, please preregister.

Wed., Feb. 23, 7-9 p.m.
Scrying, with Maggie Crossley, at Open Doors, Braintree, MA. Divination using mirrors or other reflective objects. Bring mirror 12x15 and plain black cloth. $20. Please preregister.

Thurs., Feb. 24, 7:15 p.m.
Waning Moon ritual with CUUPS New Bedford at First Unitarian Church, 71 Eighth St, led by Lady Kiara. Doors lock at 7:30. Please bring potluck dish; donation requested of non-members. For info, e-mail lady_sela@hotmail.com.

Fri., Feb. 25, 7-9 p.m.
Psychic Housekeeping workshop with Avril Rama Bell, at Unicorn Books. Are your chakras sparkling clean? $15, must preregister.

Fri., Feb. 25-Sun., Feb. 27
Weekend workshop, Spiritual Hands-On Healing: an Ancient Practice with Ron Lavin, at Rowe Conference Center, Rowe, MA. Workshop $150-230 sliding scale plus room and board $80-165 (accommodations vary). For info, 413 339-4954 or email retreat@rowecenter.org.


 

Last Quarter Moon, Saturday, February 26, 10:53 p.m.

Mon., Feb. 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Pendulum Divination with Katie Ramaci, at Women of Wisdom. Learn to choose, clear, and use a pendulum. $20, please preregister.

Mondays, Feb. 28 - April 17, 7-10 p.m.
Witchcraft IV: Temple of the Earth & Sky, with Christopher Penczak, in Salem, NH. An exploration of the science and art of the craft based in Celtic traditions and modern ritual magic. Skips 3/20. Sliding scale $125-200. 603 893-3328.

Tues., Feb. 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Introduction to Crystals and Stones with Cyndy Collins, at Women of Wisdom. Learn to choose, clear, and use crystals; healing properties of semiprecious stones. $20, please preregister.

Wed., March 1, 7 p.m.
Rune Magic with Christopher Penczak, at Misty Meadows, Durham, NH. Learn history and lore, make and charge a rune charm. $20, please preregister. 603 659-7211.

Thursdays, March 2 - March 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
4-wk workshop, Awakening the Power Within with Ron O’Berry, at Women of Wisdom. Native American rituals and teachings. $80 please preregister.

Thursdays, March 2 - March 30, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
5-week Introductory Wicca Class led by Garden Path Coven, at Keepers, Searsport, Maine. Free; $1 donation for the store’s expenses appreciated. Elements, ethics, responsibility, Deity, nuts and bolts of ritual and magick. Call Jim & Kitty 208 848-2850 or email mugwert@earthlink.net.

Fri., March 3, 7 p.m.
Discussion: What is a Pagan Gathering? with North Shore CUUPS, Salem MA. Find out more about the world of gatherings, conferences and convocations. Light refreshments to follow. For info contact church office 978 744-3224.

Sun., March 5, 5 p.m.
Dark Moon Ritual at Tarr & Feathers, Greenfield, MA. $3-5 sliding scale, please bring munchies to share. 413 773-3921 for details.


 

New Moon Monday, March 6, 12:17 a.m.

Mon., March 6, 7 p.m.
Open New Moon ritual at Iseum of the Hidden Mysteries, Hollis, Maine. For details, contact Wren and Seshet 207 727-5844 or anubis@mix-net.net.

Mon., March 6, 8 p.m.
New Moon Circle at Tremont Tea Room, Boston MA, 617 338-8100 for info.

Mon., March 6 - Fri., March 10
Solo show: The Burning Times by Laura Schmidt(Tempest), at the Benson Hall Gallery, 235 Benefit Street, Providence. For info see http://witch.drak.net/tempest/soloshow.html.

Wed., March 8, 7 p.m.
Rune Crafting with Christopher Penczak, at Misty Meadows, Durham, NH, $20, please preregister. 603 659-7211.

Thurs., March 9
Introduction to Flower Essences with Christopher Penczak, at Top of the Mountain, Goshen, NH. $20. Call 1-800 949-1884 to register.

Thurs., March 9, 7-9 p.m.
The Native American Spirit: presentation by Manny TwoFeathers, at Open Doors. $30, please preregister.

Thurs., March 9, 7:15 p.m.
Waxing Moon ritual with CUUPS New Bedford at First Unitarian Church, 71 Eighth St, led by Valkyrie. Doors lock at 7:30. Please bring potluck dish; donation requested of non-members. For info, e-mail lady_sela@hotmail.com.

Fri., March 10, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Sacred Circle Dance: Solstice Dance with live music from the Village Circle Band at Belleville Church, corner of High St and Chapel St., Newburyport. Contact Nouri at 781 397-0384.

Saturdays, March 11 & 18, 4-6 p.m.
Psychic Development for Teens (ages 12-19) with Richard Lanza and Nancy Crawford at Open Doors. Meditation, discussion, visualization, and techniques. $40. Please preregister.

Sat., March 11, 6:30 p.m.
Feast of Rhiannon sponsored by Pagan Community Church, at First UU Society, 608 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT. Potluck dinner, please bring food/drink. Suggested donation: $7 non-members, $5 members. For info, Alicia 203 372-7674.

Sun., March 12, 4-8 p.m.
Circle of Salgion’s Open Ostara Ritual at Post 311 American Legion Hall, 350 Fall River Ave (Rt 114), Seekonk MA. Ritual followed by networking. $10 donation requested, to benefit Circle of Salgion church building fund. 508 252-5312.


 

First Quarter Moon, Monday, March 13, 1:59 a.m.

Thursdays, March 16 - March 23, 7-9 p.m.
Advanced Tarot with Carol Gignoux, at Open Doors. Bring your tarot deck. $60. Please preregister.

Thurs., March 16, 7:30 p.m.
Introduction to Lunar Shadows: the lost key to the Timing of Eclipses, lecture by Dietrich Pessin, at Kenney Center, 200 Main St., Wethersfield, CT. Sponsored by Astrological Society of Connecticut. $10/nonmembers, free to members. Call 860 568-8617 for info.

Fri., March 17, 7-9 p.m.
Spoon Bending with Maggie Crossley, at Open Doors. Please bring a heavy spoon. $20, please preregister.


 

FUTURE EVENTS

Sun., March 19, 6 p.m.
Burlington (VT) UU Circle’s Spring Equinox ritual, potluck, and meeting. All who support the Covenant of UU Pagans’ mission are welcome. Wear garb if you like, and bring potluck dish to share. HC accessible. First UU Society, 152 Pearl St. Donations requested, 802 658-9689.

Sun., March 19, 8 p.m.
New Moon Circle at Tremont Tea Room, Boston MA. 617 338-8100.

Sun., March 26, 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Under the Veil: a workshop on the use of veils in belly dance with The Goddess Dancing. At Paulette’s Dance Studio, Newton, MA. $60 in advance, 781 391-9274 for registration information.

 



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