February 2013 Workshops & Events

Meditation in Pregnancy (Katherine Seiler)

For any stage of pregnancy, meditation is important for you and your baby. Come connect with your baby, yourself, and create a stress free environment. During any stage of pregnancy, childbirth included, meditation is very beneficial. Come learn these benefits as well as safe postures, teas, and energies for both you and your baby. This and much more!

*Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring whatever makes you feel comfortable (slippers, pillow, etc)

Fridays and Saturdays throughout February, 1-2 pm

Cost: $25 per person per session or $40 if you sign up with a friend (saving you each $5)

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Public Imbolc Ritual (MPRC & Melange Magique) FREE

Saturday, February 2nd, 1-7pm

Pour la version en français, voir plus bas.
There will be Walking Labyrinth, a public path of lights ritual for Imbolc in the upstairs room of Melange Magique.
You can show up anytime during the open hours of the ritual as it is not a formal ritual structure. We will be offering visitors the chance to walk the labyrinth of candles in meditation or contemplation. Your walk is the ritual.
Note: Please bring a small item to put on the altar. This item will be passed on to another person. Please no flowy robes/clothes as the candles are all on the floor.
Many bright blessings
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Il y aura un labyrinthe public de lumière pour le rituel de Imbolc au second étage du Mélange Magique.
Vous pouvez vous présenter à n’importe quelle heure durant les heures de disponibilités du rituel car il ne s’agit pas d’un rituel structuré. Tous les visiteurs auront la chance de marcher au travers le labyrinthe soit en méditant ou par pur contemplation. Votre parcours est le rituel.
Note : Nous vous prions d’apporter un petit objet à placer sur l’autel. Cet item sera transmis à quelqu’un d’autre. SVP, ne portez pas de robes ou de vêtements longs car les chandelles seront placées sur le sol.
Joyeux Imbolc!

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Introduction to Meditation (Katherine Seiler)
Come learn the basics, the how's, the why's of meditation, and more! Followed by discussion and guided meditation. All are welcome!
*Please wear comfortable clothing. Nothing too constricting.
Sundays, February 3rd 1-2pm & February 17th 1-2pm
Cost: $5 per person per session

Crescent Moon School Level 1 Program

Crescent Moon School is Montreal's longest running school of magic and paganism, having started in 1995. Its goal is to help you find your path. Come to the Open House to meet some of the teachers and students and to see what students of all levels have done the past year.  (Maximum 8 students)
Fridays 6-9pm, starting February 8th for 20 weeks (Scarlet & Marc)
Cost: $300 (or 3 x $100 every 6 weeks) Reading pack & workbooks included.

The Magik of Flirtation: everyone edition (Matt Risk)
Are you looking for love? Tired of being lonely, or getting into relationships with losers? In this class we will be exploring powerful techniques to transform your energy body into a Beacon of Sensual Awesomeness! You will learn what it feels like to have your choice among many suitable partners, and to know how to choose the right people for you and keep them interested in the amazingness of the gifts you have to offer.
From controlling your Vibe to communicating your desire by using the magical power of symbolic language, we will learn not only how to turn yourself into a beacon of joy, but also how to use your will, intent, language, gesture, and tapped unconscious to get the Joy You Want out of Love.
February 9th 12-5 pm

Cost: $50

Reiki Share (Anouk Mackenzie & others)

Do you enjoy gentle, hands-on healing? Need a boost to help you get through the winter? Relax and renew your body, mind and spirit with a 30-minute session of Reiki energy healing for only $10.

Sunday, February 10th & 24th, 1-3 pm

Cost: 10$ donation

The Basics of Storytelling (JD "Hobbes" Hickey)
Learn how to tell a story aloud as performance art. This is NOT a creative writing class: this workshop is designed to teach people how to tell a story to an audience as a spoken word artist.
Students will be asked to bring a short (5 minute) story to perform and receive feedback on. If a student doesn't have a story, he will be shown how to write one in class.
Date & Time: February 10th, 2013, 1pm to 4pm
Cost: $30 (pre-registration required)
www.johndavidhickey.ca

Reiki I (Robyn)

Join us in this intensive course to learn all you need to know to become a First Degree Reiki Practitioner. Topics covered will include: the history and origins of Reiki, the ethics of being a Reiki practitioner, what the hand positions are in a full Reiki session, how to treat others as well as yourself, and formal initiation to the Usui Shiki Ryoho style of Reiki. Time will be given for practice as well.
Saturday, February 17th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Cost: $150

Re-Programming Reality: Techno-Pagan Techniques for Beginners (Courtney)

Learn a few new spellcrafting techniques from a Techno-Pagan point of view! Courtney goes over some of the most basic techniques and thought-patterns which she uses in her spell work, from re-programming reality to ‘running’ a spell in the background. This class requires that participants have basic knowledge of how to cast a spell, but does not require any prior knowledge of computers.

Sunday, February 17th, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Cost: $30

Intro to the Medicine Wheel (Sarah Orr)
The Medicine Wheel is a tool that reveals that which exists in the invisible realm. It has existed for thousands of years and continues to offer insights relevant to everyday living. Through stories, dreams and ritual, we will explore the connections between ourselves and the natural world. Join us for an evening of phenomenon.

*Please feel free to bring drums or rattles with you to this class*

Thursday, February 21st, 7-9pm

Cost: $25

NUTRITIONAL MAGIC WORKSHOP (Nicole (Nixsy) Reilkoff ND)
How can food choices affect mood, appearance and energy levels? Having the knowledge of what foods to work with can greatly enhance self-empowerment towards all life goals. Questions and interaction of stories and experience welcome to be shared.
Friday, February 22nd, 6-9pm
Cost: $25

Astral Architecture (Matt Risk)
Interested in visiting the Astral Plane but find yourself blocked by not knowing where to start? In this workshop we will be learning the trance states necessary to access this realm, and then building an Astral Temple: a personal corner of the Astral Plane customized to your own needs which you can use to practice, to perform powerful rituals of self transformation, or to use as a gateway into the many worlds and beings that inhabit the great beyond.
February 23rd 1-5 pm

Cost: $40

The Zen of Seeing: Meditation through drawing (Sienna)

Meditative states can be achieved through activity: The key to meditation is getting into ''the zone'', and some people find it uncomfortable to sit still and focus. This can be stressful and the end result is the opposite of your initial goal. In this class you to find a new way to enter a Zen state, as well as begin to learn the art of seeing what is truly there.

*wear comfortable clothes

February 23rd, 2-5pm

Cost: $40

Magie des chandelles 101 (avec Valérie)

Aimez-vous les bougies et les chandelles de tous types et couleurs? Savez-vous que les chandelles ont été utilisées depuis la nuit des temps pour faire des sortilèges? Venez apprendre quelle couleur ou quelle forme de chandelle peut être utilisée pour vous aider à manifester des changements dans votre vie. Des sortilèges touchant des sujets populaires tels que l'amour, la prospérité et le succès seront abordés.

Samedi le 23 février, de 14h à 16h.

Frais: 30$.

Reiki II (Robyn)

This course is only open to Reiki practitioners who have already received their First Degree of Reiki. Topics covered will include Reiki symbols and their uses, long-distance treatments, mental/emotional healing treatments, mind-to-mind techniques, chakra harmonization, Crystal grids and formal initiation to the second degree of the Usui Shiki Ryoho style of Reiki using the American Reiki Mastery Association's style of initiations.

Saturday, February 24th, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Cost: $250

THEURGY AND THE OGDOADIC TRADITION (Martin Béliard)

This is a practical and philosophical workshop on Theurgy (the operation or effect of a supernatural or divine agency in human affairs) as it is vehiculed in the Ogdoadic Tradition (a tradition stemming from Mediterranean mystery traditions of Ancient Greece) of the Order Aurum Solis. Participants will be introduced to efficient techniques balancing and strengthening the aura, noetic visualization (visualization of or relating to mental activity or the intellect), Soul-flight and invocation as well as the basics of theurgic rituals and hermetic philosophy. 

The workshop will be given in French and/or English.

Thursday, Feb. 28th, from 19:00 to 21:00.

Cost: 15$ per participant.

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Healer Discussion Panel - FREE

A monthly discussion panel is organized with the healers of Mélange Magique's. Do you wish to know more about specific methods of healing, such as Reiki, Shiatsu, Reflexology or Osteopathy? Are you curious about how healing can affect not only your physical body, but your energetic and psychic abilities? This month we will have a general and open discussion. As time goes on, we will focus on specific aspects of healing that may raise questions in the public.

Friday February 1st, 5-7pm.

FREE

Calenders!

Come check out the Calenders still in stock:

Celtic Mandala Wall Calendar 2013 by Jen Delyth: 9781602376083

Llewellyn's 2013 Daily Planetary Guide: 9780738715193

Llewellyn's 2013 Astrological Pocket Planner: 9780738715209

Illuminated Psalms Wall Calendar 2013 by Adam Rhine: 9781602376243

Thich Nhat Hanh Mini Calendar 2013 by Thich Nhat Hanh: 9781602377097

Zen Mind Engagement Calendar 2013 by Amber Lotus: 9781602376625

Agenda Planetaire 2013 (French) by Astro-Log Communication Enrg

New healer schedules!

Welcome to Nixsy, our new reflexologist!
Tuesdays from 11am to 5pm.

Reflexology is a modality in the healing of the spirit via the feet and their life experiences. It is widely known to significantly reduce stress, and can also help heal body memories. Nicole has been practicing Reflexology since 2008.

Reflexology is helpful for: immune-strengthening, detoxification, deep relaxation, the moving of the lymphatic system, pain reduction and management, better sleep cycles, and more.

Pricing: $35 per half hour; $70 per hour.




Valerie, our osteopath, changed her hours!
Thursdays from 4pm to 8pm.

Valerie offers osteopathy treatments for the betterment of the body, mind and spirit. Treatments of a duration of 60 minutes are recommended, although half-hour treatments are also available.  She reviews your health status thoroughly to be able to give the best treatment  possible according to your state. RITMA receipts for insurance purposes are available.

Osteopathy is an alternative medicine that addresses problems of the musculo-skeletal system, similar to massotherapy and chiropractics, but it can also address problems of the organs and the viscera, the nervous system, circulatory issues, troubles of low energy and bad sleeping quality, etc. For these reasons, osteopathy is suitable for treating most health problems, whether acute, chronic, simple, or complex.

Oftentimes, osteopathy is the "last resort" for someone, as some doctors suggest osteopathy to their patients when they run out of the "regular" solutions. It may well be the only method that can alleviate fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety, and other complex conditions, as western medicine tends to focus on the symptoms but not the possible causes. However, one does not have to wait to suffer from a chronic complex condition to seek osteopathic treatments. Osteopathy is a wonderful preventive method which may help younger adults avoid the development of more serious issues later on. Osteopathy gives the power to the patient, as the patient is very active during a session, and exercises are often suggested after a treatment for long-term recovery. I suggest osteopathy to pregnant women to ensure an easy pregnancy and a less risky birthing. Newborn babies can also benefit from osteopathy, as the cranial bones undergo severe pressure during the birthing process.

Some of the most common reasons someone might need an osteopathic treatment would include acute musculo-skeletal pains (often after an accident), chronic pains due to work, bad posture, or repetitive movements over several years. However, other treatable issues include such things as blocked sinuses, digestive troubles, arythmia, insomnia, stress, or even infertility, which can be diminished or solved with osteopathy.

Pricing: $70 per hour. (Half-hours possible but not advised. $35 per half-hour.)

Monika is available on Fridays!  
From 11am to 5pm.

Monika is a certified Reiki practitioner, accredited and a member of the Canadian Reiki Association. She has been interested in energy work for over eleven years, specializing in Reiki since 2007, and also experienced with different modalities of energy work.

Monika founded Balanced Steps to incorporate her experience with energy healing and art to help people reach their true potential. Monika believes that the key to a healthy body, mind and spirit is the healing of the soul. She works cooperatively with traditional medicine to enhance and promote a healthier individual. Energy worker, teacher and artist, Monika has a deep understanding that each person is an unique individual and uses various techniques to meet your specific needs.

Treatments offered for both adults and children. For more information, visit Monika's website at http://holisticenergy.ca.

Pricing: $35 per half-hour; $75 per hour.

Welcome to Hot Tea Month!

January is hot tea month! This month we will be featuring weekly teas as well as having workshops introducing tea and tea tasting on the 18th and 25th. To get the ball rolling here are some facts about tea:

All true teas come from the leaves of the same plant: camellia sinensis. What makes the difference between, say, black tea and green tea is the amount, and process in which they are fermented. The least processed and fermented tea is White tea, followed by Green, Oolong and finally Black tea which is the most processed. The amount of caffeine in the tea tends to follow this order as well, with white having the least amount of caffeine and black the most. Within each category of tea there are hundreds of different types and breeds like Darjeeling or Orange Pekoe for black teas, Sencha and Dragon-well for green etc. Here at the store, we try to use the best quality of each type for our base teas.

For those who want something that is naturally decaffeinated, there are two other categories of "teas." The first is an herbal tea or tisane, which is basically any blend of dried fruit, herbs or flowers that you would steep in hot water, like our Cranberry Apple herbal tisane. The other is made from Rooibos, sometimes called "red tea." Rooibos comes from an African bush and has many of the same health benefits as tea but is naturally non caffeinated (as opposed to decaffeinated teas which have the caffeine removed like decaf coffee). Rooibos has a tasty, woody flavor and makes an excellent base for herbal teas, especially for sleep aids.

One of the unique things about our tea selection here at Melange is that we also offer a variety of tea additives that you can use to make your very own blend of tea! Choose a base tea that you like and then add some herbs and spices blended to your liking; could be intended for specific magical or health purposes, or your simple enjoyment. Here at the store we have invented and collected quite a few recipes with our knowledge of herbalism. So here is a quick guide to some of the magical properties of our tea additives (according to the trusty Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs) to help you make your own unique tea for exactly the purpose you want!

• Anise Seeds: Anise is good for protection, purification, and youth. It is associated with the planet Jupiter and the element of Air. Anise has been traditionally been used to ward off nightmares, drive off and protect from evil, and as a purification herb. Anise has also been used to help summon useful spirits and to restore lost youth.
• Chamomile: Chamomile is used for money, sleep, love and purification. It is associated with the Sun, and the element of water. Chamomile is used for gambling luck, to help induce sleep, to attract love and to remove curses and spells.
• Chopped Chai: Chai is a mix of spices traditionally from India and boiled in milk. Because it is a mix of spices it has a lot of fiery aspects namely increasing energy, protection, and purification. 
• Cinnamon: Cinnamon  has many properties including spirituality, success, healing, power, psychic powers, lust, protection and love. This hot spice is unsurprisingly associated with the Sun and fire. Cinnamon has also traditionally been used by several cultures for offerings and anointing.
• Ginger: Ginger is used for love, money success and power. It is associated with Mars and the element of fire. Eating (or in this case drinking) ginger is supposed to help lend power to spell working, particularly to love spells. Ginger is also used  for healing, which has a scientific basis: ginger has bacteria fighting capabilities and is used around the world by medical professionals and herbalists alike to help with nausea and upset stomachs. 
• Honeybush: Honeybush is good for gentle cleaning, love and beauty, and protection.
• Jasmine Buds: Jasmine's powers include those of love, money and prophetic dreams. It is highly associated with the moon and also with the element of water. Jasmine flowers are used to attract spiritual love and is also traditionally used to attract money. Jasmine causes prophetic dreams and is also used to induce sleep.
• Lavender:  Lavender is traditionally used for many purposes: including for love, protection, sleep, chastity, longevity, purification and love. This cerebral herb is associated with Mercury and the element of air. The scent of lavender is said to attract men, and for this reason it is often used for love spells. Lavender is perhaps best known to induce sleep and peacefulness and is very effective aromatherapy for insomniacs. Lavender is also used to rid one of sorrow and also promotes long life, helps one see ghosts, is used for protection against the evil eye and for purification baths.
• Lemon Balm: Ancient Romans thought lemon balm promoted healthy life. It is said to improve mood and mental performance and is traditionally used to bring a lover into one's life.
• Orange Peel: Orange is used for love, divination, luck and money. It is associated with the sun and fire, probably largely due to its color. Dried orange peels are supposed to lead to wedded bliss as well as prosperity.
• Peppermint: Peppermints powers include those of purification, sleep, love, healing and psychic powers. It is associated with the planet Mercury, the element of fire and the god Pluto. The scent of peppermint raises the energy and purifies a space. It also helps induce sleep and give prophetic dreams. It has also been used since ancient times for purification and to incite love.
• Rose Buds and Petals: Rose is a favorite flower of magicians and is used for love, psychic powers, healing, love divination, luck and protection. It is associated with Venus, the planet of love, the element of water and host of gods and goddesses: Hathor, Hulda, Eros, Cupid, Demeter, Isis, Adonis, Harpocrates and Aurora. Rose is well known for its use in love potions. Rose is also used to relieve headaches, calm stress and relieve tension in the home. It can also be added to luck mixtures and is also used for protection.
• Rosehip:Rose hip is the berry at the bottom of the rose flower and so it has many of the same properties and associations as rose petals. However rosehips are particularly associated with healing. Rose hips contain iron, calcium, and vitamines A, B, and C. One of the richest plant sources of vitamine C and is a powerful antioxidant. Rose hips are used to help prevent colds and the flu.

So now that you have some information, start dreaming up your own tea mixtures, write them down and bring in the recipe for us to make your tailor made tea!