tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-344138552024-03-13T15:42:45.794-04:00Store BLOG of ShadowsNews, events, and other interesting tidbits of the goings-on here at our store.Le Melange Magiquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03340975691601706910noreply@blogger.comBlogger576125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-13571001238998358212013-09-03T22:32:00.001-04:002013-09-03T22:32:17.024-04:00The Blog of Shadows Has Moved!Hey guys! This is Selene! Our Blog of Shadows has officially moved to <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/blog">www.themagicalblend.com/blog</a> so it's all together on one site! I'll be seeing all of you there!<br />
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(Do please go there. We spent forever making it very pretty for you, and you'll hurt our feelings if you don't update your bookmarks.)Le Melange Magiquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03340975691601706910noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-49301979985432903082013-08-09T12:45:00.003-04:002013-08-09T12:45:57.126-04:00A 101 of Ceremonial MagickIt was a bit of a trick to try to boil down what Ceremonial Magick is in a nutshell in this week's <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magical-blend-spellcast-07-ceremonial-magick.html" target="_blank">podcast</a>. How do you think we did? What are your own thoughts about Ceremonial Magick? What are good resources you would recommend to beginners? Let's keep the conversation going in the comments!Le Melange Magiquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03340975691601706910noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-79098104450655072062013-07-27T09:08:00.004-04:002013-07-27T09:08:38.497-04:00Witches in the MediaThis week, Robyn and Selene tackle the image of Witches in movies and on TV and how it has changed over time. Several points are debate worthy, and we'd love to hear what you think!<br />
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<ul>
<li>Was Gerald Gardener's work responsible for the change in the overall view of Witches as primarily bad, to include a number of 'good' Witches thereafter?</li>
<li>What were the reasons behind the negative image of Witches before the middle of the 20th Century?</li>
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<ul>
<li>What are your favorite movies and shows about Witches and magic?</li>
</ul>
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Let's keep the conversation going! Check out the <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magical-blend-spellcast-05-witches-in-the-media.html" target="_blank">podcast </a>and comment below! <br />
<br />Le Melange Magiquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03340975691601706910noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-50818942401732933742013-07-19T22:46:00.003-04:002013-07-19T22:46:14.005-04:00<a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/podcasts-magical-workshops/magical-blend-spellcast-04-keeping-pagan-community-alive.html" target="_blank">This week's Spellcast</a> was our longest one yet, and with good reason! We interviewed <a href="http://mprc-crpm.ca/" target="_blank">MPRC </a>president Ryan about how to keep the Pagan community alive and active, both online and in person, especially given that they presently do not have a physical location. It was a really interesting talk and generated a lot of thought provoking ideas.<br />
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<a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/podcasts-magical-workshops/magical-blend-spellcast-04-keeping-pagan-community-alive.html" target="_blank">Give it a listen</a> and let us know what you think!Le Melange Magiquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03340975691601706910noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-51837868107641212352013-07-12T11:45:00.004-04:002013-07-12T11:45:40.574-04:00We have wonderful news!<a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magical-blend-book-of-secrets-vol-1.html" target="_blank"> The Magical Blend: Book of Secrets (Volume One)</a> should be in stock by the end of this month. To celebrate it, we've gone ahead and interviewed T. Scarlet Jory about how the book came together, as well as what is inside its pages, what the Crescent Moon School is, and more! Check out<a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/spellcast-03-interview-with-author-t-scarlet-jory.html" target="_blank"> this week's Spellcast</a> for free to hear the full interview.Le Melange Magiquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03340975691601706910noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-65362975740115387702013-07-08T13:49:00.002-04:002013-07-08T13:49:15.021-04:00Time for an update!Well, it's been a while since we've posted here, and so we are well overdue to bring you up to speed.<br />
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Due to various economic reasons, and with a very heavy heart, the physical storefront of Mélange Magique has been permanently closed. We are so sad to see it go, and will miss interacting with our customers on a daily basis.<br />
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The online store lives on, however, and we have exciting plans. Point of fact, we started a weekly podcast, our Spell cast, as it were, and have just posted the second episode: <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/spellcast-02-ritual-vs-spellcraft.html" target="_blank">Ritual Vs Spellcraft</a>. It's a free weekly download. Why not check it out?<br />
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<a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magical-blend-book-of-secrets-vol-1.html" target="_blank">The <span class="il">Magical</span> <span class="il">Blend</span>'s Book of Secrets: Volume One</a> has finally been added to our site for pre-order! Its author, T.
Scarlet Jory, owned The <span class="il">Magical</span> <span class="il">Blend</span> for a number of years, and has
written up a volume containing a number of its practices and recipes, collected over the last twenty years.<br />
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Online Workshop Podcasts will soon become available for purchase
online! Many of our most popular classes will be recorded and packaged with relevant class materials for download. Keep an eye on the <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/podcasts-magical-workshops" target="_blank">podcasts category of the site</a> for more details!<br />
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Sweet Stuff for the Week: 10% Off Your Orders<br />
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In order to soften the sudden blow of losing access to the physical<br />
shop, all orders between <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1429431548" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">July 1st and July 10th</span></span> will be 10% off. If<br />
the sudden lack of storefront sent you into an incense panic, don't<br />
sweat it: we've got your back. Le Melange Magiquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03340975691601706910noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-13598262838571648572013-05-31T13:49:00.001-04:002013-05-31T16:23:15.170-04:00June 2013 Workshops & Events<h3>Exploring Yggdrasil (Matt)</h3>
If you are excited by the prospect of exploring the Norse Tree of life and getting to know the archetypes and denizens of the 9 worlds arranged thereon, you may want to sign up for this course. We will be exploring techniques for entering pathworking trances, and the keys to opening each of the 9 worlds for exploration.<br />
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<b>Saturday June 1st, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40</b><br />
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<h3>Reiki Share (Anouk Mackenzie)</h3>
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.<br />
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<b>Sundays, June 2nd & 16th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm<br />
Cost: $10 donation</b><br />
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<h3>Magical Blend Volunteer/Apprentice Program Information Evening FREE</h3>
Have you wanted to learn from the experts at Melange Magique? Wanted to get dirty with your hands deep in powders and potions? Looking for something to do for the summer? Want to be involved in the ever evolving magical world and Pagan community?<br />
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Welcome to the NEW Volunteer program where we will train and share our knowledge. Work to build experience and discover secret worlds. Volunteers will learn how to make our various products and even have a hand at creating new ones. They will learn about ritual design and spellworking. They will help with getting the word out to people and become part of our community connections, learning to be the next leaders or to become the shadow aids that help those leaders make magic happen. Get involved!<br />
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<em>We welcome anyone over the age of 12 to be part of this program. Anyone between 12 and 18 must come with a parent or guardian to this information evening and have consent to be part of the program.</em><br />
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<b>Thursday, June 6th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: FREE</b><br />
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<h3>Aura & Chakra Series (Scarlet)</h3>
Welcome to this weekly in-depth exploration of the chakras. Each week will focus on a different chakra with the first class being a cleansing of the auric bodies. Learn about blocks and how to release them, correspondences to help you tap into the chakra energies and cleanse your own chakras, and exercises to help you become more in-tune with each chakra.<br />
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<em>*Please bring a cup for tea at the start of each class, wear comfortable yoga clothing and bring a mat or cushion to sit upon.*</em><br />
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<li>Heart Chakra: Wednesday, June 5th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm <em>(wear green or pink)</em>.</li>
<li>Throat Chakra: Wednesday, June 12th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm <em>(wear blue)</em>.</li>
<li>Third Eye Chakra: Wednesday, June 19th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm <em>(wear purple/violet)</em></li>
<li>Crown Chakra: Wednesday, June 26th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm <em>(wear white)</em>.</li>
<li>Aura Cleansing: Wednesday, July 3rd, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm.</li></ul>
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<b>Cost: $40 per class</b><br />
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<h3>Hypnosis & Healing (David Lion)</h3>
Hypnosis is a very powerful & versatile tool used to lift the veil of one's ego, allowing that person to blend and re-align with their true natural selves. The purpose of hypnosis for healing is to help align a person's ego, or identity, with their inner-truth so as to receive clarity, insight, inspiration & peace. In this course you will learn what hypnosis is, why it works, how it works, how to effectively do emotional healing and how to set up your private practice. Deeper than hypnosis, this is Soul Medicine.<br />
<ul><li>Section 5: Karmic Awareness: Thursday, June 6th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm</li>
<li>Section 6: Karmic Release: Thursday, June 13th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm</li>
<li>Section 7: Future-Self Integration: Thursday, June 20th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm</li>
<li>Section 8: Guided Mastery: Thursday June 27th, 7:00 - 9:00 pm</li></ul>
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<b>Cost: $30 per class</b><br />
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<h3>Public Midsummer Ritual</h3>
Location: upstairs of Le Melange Magique.<br />
<i>*Bring: object or picture of pet for pet blessing, drums & rattles, feast & feast gear.*</i><br />
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<b>Sunday, June 16th, 3:00 pm<br />
Cost: FREE</b><br />
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<h3>Monthly Pagan Discussion Night (MPRC) FREE</h3>
Welcome to the revival of the FREE monthly discussion group hosted by the Montreal Pagan Resource Center on the last Thursday of each month. Gather with like-minded people to discuss current issues in Paganism. Bring your ideas and opinions and an open mind.<br /><br />
<em>June Theme: Interrelationships & Responsibilities within Pagan Communities.</em><br />
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<b>Thursday, June 27th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
FREE</b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-77678412827405764222013-04-24T16:29:00.003-04:002013-05-10T14:21:52.537-04:00May 2013 Workshops & Events<h3>
Monthly Healer Discussion Panel - FREE</h3>
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.<br />
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<i>May Theme: Energy Healing from the Feet Up.</i><br />
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<b>Saturday, May 4th, 12 pm - 2 pm<br />
Cost: FREE</b><br />
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<h3>
Introduction to Meditation (Katherine Seiler)</h3>
Come learn the basics, the how's, the why's of meditation, and more! Followed by discussion and guided meditation. All are welcome! Three class opportunities!<br />
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<i>*Please wear comfortable clothing. Nothing too constricting.*</i><br />
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<b>Saturday, May 4th, 1-2pm ; Monday May 13th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ; and Sunday, May 26th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm<br />
Cost: $5 per person per session</b><br />
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<h3>
Reiki Share (Anouk Mackenzie)</h3>
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 $10.<br />
<br />
<b>Sundays, May 5th & 19th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm<br />
Cost: 10$ donation</b><br />
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<h3>
Introduction to Designing Ritual (Hobbes)</h3>
Ever want to perform a Pagan ritual, but you don't know how to get started? Learn how to prepare, design, and perform a Pagan-style ritual, as well as learning what NOT to do. Hobbes has led several public rituals over the years and he is ready to share his secrets with you!<br />
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<b>Wednesday, May 8th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: $20 (10% will be donated to the MPRC)</b><br />
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<h3>
Hypnosis & Healing (David Lion)</h3>
Hypnosis is a very powerful & versatile tool used to lift the veil of one's ego, allowing that person to blend and re-align with their true natural selves. The purpose of hypnosis for healing is to help align a person's ego, or identity, with their inner-truth so as to receive clarity, insight, inspiration & peace. In this course you will learn what hypnosis is, why it works, how it works, how to effectively do emotional healing and how to set up your private practice. Deeper than hypnosis, this is Soul Medicine.<br />
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Section 1: Understanding Hypnosis<br />
Section 2: Inductions<br />
Section 3: Energy Cleansing<br />
Section 4: Understanding Healing<br />
Section 5: Karmic Awareness<br />
Section 6: Karmic Release<br />
Section 7: Future-Self Integration<br />
Section 8: Guided Mastery<br />
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<b>Thursdays, starting May 9th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
First class is $15. All other classes are $30. Unless series is paid in full for $200.</b><br />
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<h3>
Aura & Chakra Series (Scarlet)</h3>
Welcome to this weekly in-depth exploration of the chakras. Each week will focus on a different chakra with the first class being a cleansing of the auric bodies. Learn about blocks and how to release them, correspondences to help you tap into the chakra energies and cleanse your own chakras, and exercises to help you become more in tune with each chakra.<br />
<br />
<i>*Please bring a cup for tea at the start of each class, wear comfortable yoga clothing and bring a mat or cushion to sit upon.</i><br />
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<b>Wednesdays, starting May 15th through July 3rd, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40 per class or $250 for all 8 classes (savings of $70)</b><br />
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<h3>
Gaia Gathering (Canadian National Pagan Conference)</h3>
The Canadian National Pagan Conference (CNPC), Gaia Gathering, is held every year over the long Victoria Day weekend in May. Each year, the event is hosted by a different city, which is determined through a bid and vote process. Gaia Gathering is a place where people from across Canada and from across the spectrum of this country’s Pagan religions an come together to talk about who we are, where we’ve come from, and where we might be going as a religious community in Canada.<br />
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This year’s theme is “Reflecting the Waters’ Depth: Composing a National Identity.“ reflects not only the Ottawa River Location, but also the waters that unite us across Canada. This year we hope to focus on finding some of the answers to the question of “What makes us uniquely Canadian Pagans?” By sharing our experiences and our stories, we will look into the past, present and future of Canadian Paganism. What have we done? Where are we now? And what do we hope become?<br />
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<b>Keynote Speaker:</b> Dr. Brian D. Hayden is a professor of archaeology at Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, British Columbia. He is the author of several books, including Shamans, Sorcerers, and Saints: A Prehistory of Religion (Smithsonian Books, 2003). He has done work on Ritual Sanctuaries and the importance of Feasting.<br />
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This year it is held in Gatineau May 17-20, 2013.<br />
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Register at <a href="http://www.gaiagathering.ca/">www.gaiagathering.ca</a> or at the door. ($110 for the weekend, addition of $35 for the banquet)<br />
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<h3>
Walking on Water (Matt)</h3>
Do you find yourself thrown around by your emotions? Do you have trouble with anger outbursts, or does worry cripple you in your life? Do you wish you could be calmer, or experience bliss at will? This workshop will explore powerful techniques for gaining control over your emotions. You will learn how to turn examine the building blocks of emotional states, increase or decrease their intensity, or replace them with other feelings all together. Furthermore, you will learn how to set yourself up to feel wonderful feelings in future situations that in the past made you feel horrible. Emotional freedom is within your grasp.<br />
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<b>Saturday, May 18th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40</b><br />
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<h3>
Reiki II (Robyn)</h3>
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.<br />
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<b>Sunday, May 19th, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm<br />
Cost: $250</b><br />
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<h3>
Introduction au Paganisme (Marc Fearless Owl) FRANÇAIS</h3>
Qu’est-ce que le paganisme? En quoi le paganisme se dingue-t-il des pratiques spirituelles plus traditionelles? Si les approches alternatives de spiritualité basées sur la nature et la magie vous intéressent, alors cet atelier et pour vous!<br />
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<b>Samedi le 25 mai 13h30 - 15h30<br />
Coût: $10</b><br />
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<h3>
Conférence chamanique (Kathou: auteure de L'Arbre Bleu)</h3>
Dans l'univers insondable des mystères, Kathou vient nous apprendre que le chamanisme qu'elle pratique est une sagesse, une connaissance où le hasard n'a pas sa place. Elle nous révèlera que cette médecine possède des techniques de guérison qui ne sont plus à prouver.<br />
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<b>Samedi le 25 mai 14h<br />
Coût: $20</b><br />
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<h3>
Reiki I (Robyn)</h3>
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.<br />
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<b>Sunday, May 26th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm<br />
Cost: $150</b><br />
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<h3>
Monthly Pagan Discussion Night (MPRC) FREE</h3>
Welcome to the revival of the FREE monthly discussion group hosted by the Montreal Pagan Resource Center on the last Thursday of each month. Gather with likeminded people to discuss current issues in Paganism. Bring your ideas and opinions and an open mind.
MAY Theme: Pagan and Wiccan Sacred Texts: Does Wicca have a Canon of Literature?<br />
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<b>Thursday, May 30th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: FREE</b><br />
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<h3>
Nutritional Magic Workshop (Nicole "Nixsy" Reilkoff ND)</h3>
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.<br />
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<b>Friday, May 31st, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: $25</b><br />
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<h3>
Exploring Yggdrasil (Matt)</h3>
If you are excited by the prospect of exploring the Norse Tree of life and getting to know the archetypes and denizens of the 9 worlds arranged thereon, you may want to sign up for this course. We will be exploring techniques for entering pathworking trances, and the keys to opening each of the 9 worlds for exploration.<br />
<br />
<b>Saturday, June 1st, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40</b><br />
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<h3>
Monthly Healer Discussion Panel - FREE</h3>
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.<br />
<br />
<b>June Theme:</b> Exploring the Benefits of Reiki<br />
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<b>Saturday, June 1st, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm<br />
Cost: FREE</b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-1294637425071063532013-03-28T13:38:00.001-04:002013-04-01T14:16:53.920-04:00April Workshops 2013<h3>
Healer Discussion Panel - FREE</h3>
A monthly discussion panel is organized with the healers of Mélange Magique. 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.<br />
<br />
<b>Friday April 5th, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm<br />
Cost: FREE</b><br />
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<h3>
House Cleansing, Blessing, & Protecting (Scarlet)</h3>
Your home is your sanctuary! It should always feel like the safe and happy place you wish to return to. Come learn how to do a thorough house cleansing, purification and blessing. Also discover ways to protect your home from negativity.<br />
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<b>Saturday, April 6th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40</b><br />
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<h3>
Aura Cleansing (Scarlet)</h3>
This course will teach you all about your auric bodies and how to do a full aura sweep, the deep cleansing technique for your aura. It involves alternative healing, energy work, and guided meditation. These are skills you will be able to use on yourself and others.<br />
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<i>*Please dress comfortably and bring a cushion to sit on if possible.*</i><br />
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<b>Saturday, April 6th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40</b><br />
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<h3>
Reiki Share (Anouk Mackenzie)</h3>
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.<br />
<br />
<b>Sundays, April 7th & 21st, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm<br />
Cost: $10 donation</b><br />
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<h3>
Organizing and Designing a Public Ritual (Hobbes)</h3>
Ever want to put on your own Public Ritual, but you don't know how to get started? Learn how to organize, design, and execute a ritual designed for public attendance, as well as learning what NOT to do. Hobbes has led several
public rituals over the years and he is ready to share his secrets with you!<br />
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<b>Wednesday, April 10th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: $20 (10% will be donated to the MPRC)</b><br />
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<h3>
Nutritional Magic Workshop (Nicole "Nixsy" Reilkoff, ND)</h3>
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.<br />
<br />
<b>Friday, April 12th, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: $25</b><br />
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<h3>
DVD Screening of 2 Talks Given by Philip Heleston at Pantheacon 2012 - FREE<br />
Saturday, April 13th</h3>
Grab your lunch and join us for an afternoon focusing on the life of Gerald Gardner, one of the most influential
people in the development of Modern Wicca. We will be screening two talks about Gerald Gardner given by Philip Heselton, a renowned scholar of Gerald Gardner and early Wicca. Each screening will be followed by about 30 minutes of
discussion. There will be a short break between screenings.<br />
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<i><b>Part 1 - 12:00 to 14:00</b></i><br />
Intro to the Witch Cult, 1884 – 1939: Many will know Gerald Gardner as having publicized the existence of what he called ‘the witch cult’ in England. But what do we know of his life before his initiation? This talk reveals details of this early life which shed light on his character. It also reveals fascinating details of the members of the group into which he was initiated. It includes illustrations never before seen in public prior to when the talk was given at Pantheacon in February 2012.<br />
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<i><b>Part 2 - 14:30 to 16:30</b></i><br />
From Witch Cult to Wicca, 1939 - 1964: Following his initiation, Gerald Gardner spent the rest of his life trying to ensure that the ‘witch cult’ did not die out. This talk tells how he achieved that aim, by giving newspaper interviews, writing books and running a museum. It tells of some of the interesting people he met and initiated and how he finally achieved his aims. It includes illustrations never before seen in public prior to when the talk was given at Pantheacon in February 2012.<br />
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Reiki I (Robyn)</h3>
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.<br />
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<b>Saturday, April 14th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm<br />
Cost: $150</b><br />
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Magie des chandelles 101 (avec Valérie)</h3>
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.<br />
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<b>Samedi le 20 avril, de 14h à 16h<br />
Frais: 30 $</b><br />
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Introduction to Chakras (Scarlet)</h3>
Chakra balancing is an incredible experience for the body and spirit. In this workshop, learn about the basics and correspondences for the seven chakras. Learn what scents, foods, stones can be used in chakra meditations. Discover the areas of focus and the challenges you face with each chakra. The chakra carries a related energy that connects to our daily lives.<br />
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<b>Saturday, April 20th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40</b><br />
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Intro to the Medicine Wheel (Sarah Orr)</h3>
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.<br />
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<i>*Please feel free to bring drums or rattles with you to this class.*</i><br />
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<b>Thursday, April 25th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: $25</b><br />
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<b>Monthly Discussion Night (MPRC) FREE</b></h3>
Welcome to the revival of the FREE monthly discussion group hosted by the Montreal Pagan Resource Center on the last
Thursday of each month. Gather with likeminded people to discuss current issues in Paganism. Bring your ideas and opinions and an open mind.<br />
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<i><b>April Theme:</b> Finding a coven, working in a coven, starting a coven.</i><br />
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<b>Thursday April 25th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: FREE</b><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-1911622886779758492013-03-04T18:30:00.003-05:002013-03-04T18:40:41.409-05:00The Witch's BottleWitch Bottles have a history through discovery of them recently and some small scripts refer to them. Folklore historians have collected them, x-rayed them and found that they date to the Seventeenth century and contain a number of ingredients.<br />
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They were meant to protect you from harm and curses, inflicted counter harm to those with ill intentions towards you. Often found buried under the hearth or threshold, buried on the corner or entry to your property, or buried at crossroads.<br />
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Witch Bottles were traditionally clay wine bottles, though any bottle can be used. Inside you would fill it part way with sharp objects like: broken glass, nails, pins, razor blades, barbs, fish hooks, twisted wire, thorns, etc. These sharp objects were used to cut and stab and harm those trying to harm you. The bottle would then be filled with some red wine (causing the evil to drown) and bodily fluids of those it is to protect, such as: blood, urine, or menstrual blood. Red knotted string often is added to entangle and trap evil-doers. Other ingredients include salt, sand, sage, rosemary and stones for protection: obsidian or hematite. Instead of wine, one can use vinegar or lemon juice.<br />
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After all the contents are within, the bottle is then corked or lidded. A candle is secured on the top and burned down completely, allowing the wax to meld down over the bottle to further seal it.<br />
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These protective bottles originated in England with a small selection appearing in Pennsylvania.<br />
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This is NOT gentle magic. Create with great care as you are working with dangerous magic. Though, sometimes, this is necessary in order to protect yourself and those you care about. <br />
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While these focus on protection, spell bottles can be made for all kinds of purposed beyond the original concept. What changes are the ingredients and where you keep it.<br />
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We at Melange Magique/The Magical Blend have now made available, charge and started Witch's Bottles that you need only personalize, seal and put to use.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-3415067906565393672013-02-27T14:53:00.003-05:002013-03-01T15:42:12.563-05:00March 2013 Events & Workshops<h3>
<b>Healer Discussion Panel - FREE</b></h3>
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.<br />
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<b>Friday March 1st, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm<br />
Cost: FREE</b><br />
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<b>Meditation in Pregnancy (Katherine Seiler)</b></h3>
Throughout pregnancy and childbirth meditation can be of great use! Learn the benefits, techniques, and more. Come talk to other moms and moms-to-be about how meditation can help!<br />
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<i>*Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring whatever makes you feel comfortable (slippers, pillow, etc).*</i><br />
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<b>Saturdays throughout March, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm<br />
Cost: $25 per person per session or $40 if you sign up with a friend (saving you each $5)</b><br />
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<b>House Cleansing, Blessing, & Protecting (Scarlet)</b></h3>
Your home is your sanctuary! It should always feel like the safe and happy place you wish to return to. Come learn how to do a house cleansing, purification and blessing. Also discover ways to protect your home from negativity.<br />
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<b>Saturday, March 9th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40</b><br />
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<b>Reiki Share (Anouk Mackenzie)</b></h3>
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.<br />
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<b>Sundays, March 10th & 24th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm<br />
Cost: $10 donation</b><br />
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<b>Introduction to Meditation (Katherine Seiler)</b></h3>
Come learn the basics, the how's, the why's of meditation, and more! Followed by discussion and guided meditation. All are welcome!<br />
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<i>*Please wear comfortable clothing. Nothing too constricting.*</i><br />
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<b>Sundays, March 10th & 24th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm<br />
Cost: $5 per person per session</b><br />
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<b>Aura Cleansing (Scarlet)</b></h3>
This course will teach you several techniques of aura cleansing, as well as how to cleanse your chakras. It involves alternative healing, energy work, and guided meditation. These are skills you will be able to use on yourself and others.<br />
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<i>*Please dress comfortably and bring a cushion to sit on if possible.*</i><br />
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<b>Saturday, March 16th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40</b><br />
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<b>Aura & Chakra Series (Scarlet)</b></h3>
Welcome to this weekly in-depth exploration of the chakras. Each week will focus on a different chakra with the first class being a cleansing of the auric bodies. Learn about blocks and how to release them, correspondences to help you tap into the chakra energies and cleanse your own chakras, and exercises to help you become more in-tune with each chakra.<br />
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<i>*Please bring a cup for tea at the start of each class, wear comfortable yoga clothing and bring a mat or cushion to sit upon.*</i><br />
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<b>March 16th through May 11th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40 per class or $250 for all 8 classes (savings of $70)</b><br />
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<b>Reiki I (Robyn)</b></h3>
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.<br />
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<b>Saturday, March 17th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm<br />
Cost: $150</b><br />
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<b>Herbes et plantes pour vous soigner: Atelier pratique (Diane)</b></h3>
Venez apprendre comment faire quelques soins pour vous et votre corps à base de plantes et herbes médicinales.<br />
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Repartez avec un échantillon de chaque chose que nous aurons préparé ensembles. (Vous le faites avec moi). Nous travaillerons entre-autre avec: cire d'abeilles, vodka, souci, mourron, huile végétale, huiles essentielles, sel d'epsom, et bien plus encore. Parmi les soins que nous ferons se trouvent: Crème apaisante pour les mains, Pommade pour coupures et éraflures, Teinture contre l'insomnie, Sel de bain vivifiant. Habillez-vous pour vous salir car nous utiliseront des huiles.<br />
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<i>*Le coût est relié aux ingrédients et objets nécessaires pour cet atelier.*</i><br />
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<b>Dimanche, 17 mars, de 13 à 16 heures<br />
Cost: $150</b><br />
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<b>Runic Crash Course: Three-Part Series (Matt)</b></h3>
Are you curious about the ancient Germanic system of divination and magick known as THE RUNES? In this series we will be working through 24 powerful meditations on the energy of the runes. Instead of rote memorization, or book study, you will be taking up the runes directly by going into trance and interacting with their energies and the deities that imbue them with power, and then watch as your life starts to take on the landscape of those energies.<br />
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<b>Saturdays, March 16th, 23rd, & 30th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm<br />
Cost: $100</b><br />
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<b>Selling Your Handmade Goods on Etsy (Josie Blanchette of Angelyques Trinkets)</b></h3>
Do you make neat things and want to sell them on the most popular handmade site? In this 1-day seminar you will learn how to do everything from photographing your products to promoting your store. A personal review of your current online store is also included in the seminar price.<br />
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<i>*You Need: A link to your online store for review at the time of sign up, and note-taking implements.*</i><br />
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<b>Saturday, March 16th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm<br />
Cost: $40</b><br />
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<b>Public Ostara Ritual (MPRC: Hobbes & Ryan)</b></h3>
The MPRC wants to celebrate Earth Hour and Oestra, so we'll do it at the same time! We're proposing an outdoor drumming session to celebrate the heartbeat of the earth!<br />
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Outdoor Drumming Session: Esplanade Ernest-Cormier (the park across from the Canadian Centre for Architecture) corner of duFort and Rene-Levesque. In case of rain, the drumming session will be moved to the second floor of Melange Magique (1928 Ste. Catherine Street West).<br />
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<i>*What to bring: Warm clothing, a drum, noise makers, dancing shoes, a chair to sit on.*</i><br />
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<b>Saturday, March 23rd, 7:00 pm<br />
Cost: FREE</b><br />
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<b>Intro to the Medicine Wheel (Sarah Orr)</b></h3>
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.<br />
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<i>*Please feel free to bring drums or rattles with you to this class.*</i><br />
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<b>Thursday, March 28th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Cost: $25</b><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-3083448288807557862013-02-23T12:35:00.000-05:002013-02-23T12:35:41.588-05:00FAQ: What are the Elementals?Elementals are beings that inhabit nature, specifically through the elements of Earth, Air, Fire and Water. After this basic definition things get a bit fuzzier. Some people claim that all spirits associated with nature such as nymphs, faeries and devas are elementals. Others restrict elementals to the four beings described by the 16th Century Occultist Paracelsus: Earth Gnomes, Air Sylphs, Water Undines and Fire Salamanders.<br />
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The elementals are considered by most Occultists to be "lower beings" in that they rarely exhibit a will or intellect of their own. (Elemental spirits are not to be confused with elemental Kings, Queens and Intelligences, which are considered "higher beings" and do have their own will and intellect.) One can think of elementals as the little worker bees of the natural world: busily going about their assigned tasks without much thought. The task that they perform, however, is the all-important one of maintaining the spiritual structure of the material world and the world of nature. As such, people who are sensitive to spirits can often sense a disturbance in the natural order of things by a disturbance in the flow of the elementals. When this happens it is important for those of us who are nature conscious to try to correct whatever imbalance has set them off course.<br />
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Magically speaking elementals have been invoked for centuries to lend a magical hand in rituals, particularly those involving the elements. They are often invoked at the beginning of rituals in order to lend their energies to the work at hand. Working and meditating with the elementals is also a great way to get yourself in tune with an element. However, because elementals do not have great intelligence or will if you invoke them and especially if you give them a certain task to do, <b>make sure you release and banish them after! </b>Otherwise they will stick around forever continuing the task or filling the space or your aura with their elemental energy until you tell them to stop. This can cause great imbalance in the spaces, yourself and those around you, and even some harm. On the other hand, doing a meditation where you become aware of the elementals all around you is completely safe and very interesting.<br />
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Here are the <a href="http://files.vsociety.net/data/library/Section%205%20%28C,%20I,%20O,%20U%29/Sactuary%20of%20Ma%27at/Unknown%20Album/The%20Prayers%20of%20the%20Elementals.pdf" target="_blank">prayers to each of the elementals as described by Eliphas Levi,</a> the French Occultist, which can be used to invoke them or if said silently during meditation to become aware of them and to give them some recognition and thanks for their part in maintaining the universe.<br />
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O Invisible King, who, taking the Earth for Foundation, didst hollow its
depths to fill them with Thy Almighty Power. Thou whose Name shaketh the
Arches of the World, Thou who causest the Seven Metals to flow in the veins
of the rocks, King of the Seven Lights, Rewarder of the subterranean
workers, lead us into the desirable Air and into the Realm of Splendour. We
watch and we labour unceasingly, we seek and we hope, by the twelve
stones of the Holy City, by the buried Talismans, by the Axis of the
Lodestone which passes through the centre of the Earth – O Lord, O Lord, O
Lord! Have pity upon those who suffer. Expand our hearts, unbind and
upraise our minds, enlarge our natures.
O Stability and Motion! O Darkness veiled in Brilliance! O Day clothed in
Night! O Master who never doest withhold the wages of Thy workmen! O
Silver Whiteness – O Golden Splendour! O Crown of Living and Harmonious
Diamond! Thou who wearest the Heavens on Thy Finger like a ring of
Sapphire! Thou who hidest beneath the Earth in the Kingdom of Gems, the
marvellous Seed of the Stars! Live, reign, and be Thou the Eternal
Dispenser of the Treasures whereof Thou hast made us the wardens. Amen.<br />
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<u>The Prayer of the Sylphs or Air Spirits.</u><br />
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SPIRIT OF LIFE! Spirit of Wisdom! Whose breath giveth forth and
withdraweth the form of all things:
THOU before whom the life of beings is but a shadow which changeth, and a
vapour which passeth;
THOU who mountest upon the clouds, and who walkest upon the Wings of
the Wind.
THOU who breathest forth Thy breath, and endless space is peopled;
THOU who drawest in Thy breath, and all that cometh from Thee returneth
unto Thee!
CEASELESS MOTION in Eternal Stability, be Thou eternally blessed!
We praise Thee and we bless Thee in the Changelss Empire of Created
Light, of Shades, of Reflections, and of Images, and we aspire without
cessation unto Thy immutable and imperishable brilliance. Let the ray of
Thy intelligence and the warmth of Thy love penetrate even unto us! Then
that which is Volatile shall be Fixed; the Shadow shall be a Body; the Spirit
of Air shall be a Soul; the Dream shall be a Thought. And no more shall we
be swept away by the Tempest, but we shall hold the Bridles of the Winged
Steeds of Dawn. And we shall direct the course of the Evening Breeze to fly
before Thee! O Spirit of Spirits! O Eternal Soul of Souls! O imperishable
Breath of Life! O creative sigh! O Mouth which breathest forth and
withdrawest the life of all beings, in the flux and reflux of Thine Eternal
Word, which is the Divine Ocean of Movement and of Truth! Amen.<br />
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<u>The Prayer of the Undines or Water Spirits</u>.<br />
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Terrible King of the Sea, Thou who holdest the Keys of the Cataracts of
Heaven, and who enclosest the subterraean Waters in the cavernous
hollows of Earth. King of the Deluge and of the Rains of Spring. Thou who
openest the sources of the rivers and of the fountains; thou who
commandest moisture which is, as it were, the Blood of the Earth, to
become the sap of the plants. We adore Thee and we invoke Thee. Speak
Thou unto us, Thy Mobile and changeful creatures, in the Great Tempests,Thou unto us, Thy Mobile and changeful creatures, in the Great Tempests,
and we shall tremble before Thee. Speak to us also in the murmer of the
limpid Waters, and we shall desire Thy love.
O Vastness! wherein all the rivers of Being seek to lose themselves – which
renew themselves ever in Thee! O Thou Ocean of Infinite Perfection! O
Height which reflectest Thyself in the Depth! O Depth which exhalest into
the Height! Lead us unto the true life through intelligence, through love!
Lead us into immortality through sacrifice, that we may be found worthy to
offer one day unto Thee, the Water, the Blood and the Tears, for the
Remission of Sins! Amen.<br />
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<u>The Prayer of the Salamanders or Fire Spirits.</u><br />
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Immortal, Eternal, Ineffable and Uncreated Father of all, borne upon the
Chariot of Worlds which ever roll in ceaseless motion. Ruler over the
Etherial Vastness where the Throne of Thy Power is raised from the summit
of which Thine Eyes behold all and Thy Pure and Holy Ears hear all – help
us, thy children, whom Thou hast loved since the birth of the Ages of Time!
Thy Majesty, Golden, Vast and Eternal, shineth above the Heaven of Stars.
Above them art Thou exalted.
O Thou Flashing Fire, there Thou illuminatest all things with Thine
Insupportable Glory, whence flow the Ceaseless Streams of Splendour
which nourish Thine Infinite Spirit. This Infinite Spirit nourishest all and
maketh that inexhausible Treasure of Generation which ever encompasseth
Thee replete with the mumberless forms wherewith Thou hast filled it from
the Beginning. From this Spirit arise those most holy Kings who are around
Thy Throne, and who compose Thy Court.
O Universal Father, One and Alone! Father alike of Immortals and Mortals.
Thou hast especially created Powers similar unto thy Thought Eternal and
unto Thy Venerable Essence. Thou hast established them above the Angels
who announce Thy Will to the world. Lastly, thou hast created us as a third
Order in our Elemental Empire.
There our continual exercise is to praise and to adore Thy Desires; there we
ceaselessy burn with Eternal Aspirations unto Thee, O Father! O Mother of
Mothers! O Archetype Eternal of Maternity and Love! O Son, the Flower of
all Sons! Form of all Forms! Soul, Spirit, Harmony, and Numeral of all
things! Amen!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-61588015525792611502013-02-14T18:16:00.000-05:002013-02-14T18:16:10.520-05:00Lupercalia: the bloodier precurser to Valentine's DayBack before Christianity when Rome was barely even a Republic, the ancient Romans celebrated a ritual every year on February 15th called Lupercalia. Though many of the origins and original practices are lost to the mists of time, there is enough literature mentioning the ritual that it's basic form can be devised and its purposes can be conjectured at.<br />
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The myth most often associated with Lupercalia is that of Remus and Romulus, the two founding brothers of Rome. Remus and Romulus were thrown into the river by their uncle who wanted to seize their kingdom. Saved by driftwood, the twins were found and raised by a she-wolf (Lupa).
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Lupercalia, which derives from the Latin root "lupus" meaning "wolf" started off in the cave called the Lupercal where Remus and Romulus were theoretically suckled by Lupa. There two sets of men (which was later made into three by Julius Ceasar) called the Luperci Quinctiales and the Luperci Fabiani would gather and sacrifice a goat, and often a dog. The goat is said to represent the fertility aspect of the ritual, especially since goats were sacred to Pan or Faunus, a fertility and lust god. The dog is more obscure, though it is suggested that it was sacrificed because dogs are seen as the enemy of wolves. The blood of the sacrifice would be smeared on the Luperci and strips would be made of the skins to use as small whips. The Luperci would then laugh and feast on the meat before starting their ritual run through Rome by the "sacred way," the Palatine. As the Luperci ran through the city purifying it they would whip married women with the skin thongs they carried. This was supposed to impart fertility on the women, as can be seen represented by the picture below:</div>
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These actions may seem a bit distasteful to modern ears but Lupercalia was an incredibly popular ritual. It was practiced all over the Roman empire, theoretically since the founding of Rome up to 494 CE, when the Pope finally outlawed it's practice. Even so it was still practiced in some Roman Orthodox countries for quite some time afterwards.<br />
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Some people like to claim that Valentine's Day was made popular in order to eradicate Lupercalia, or that Valentines Day was made to replace it. Though the former was probably true in some manner or other, Lupercalia and Valentine's day hold very few similarities other than date which argues against the latter. Unlike All Hallow's Eve, Christmas and Easter which quite clearly borrowed Pagan traditions, Valentine's Day does not seem to borrow any traditions from Lupercalia unless you consider the broad connection of love and marriage with fertility and lust. The renewal and purification aspect of Lupercalia is certainly lost however, even if the Catholic Church was trying to convert the ancient Roman ritual into a more "acceptable" pattern.<br />
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As Neo-Pagans, Lupercalia proves an interesting ritual. The symbolism is clearly very potent and visceral, as can be proved by it's huge and lengthy popularity. However I'm pretty sure if you ran down the main roads of your city or town naked and bloody whipping women today you would most likely get arrested. Be that as it may, the baby does not have to be thrown out with the bathwater. February 14th can still be celebrated by interested Pagans by following it's major themes of lust, abandon, fertility and purification. Maybe instead of sacrificing a goat you can eat some goat curry at your local West Indian restaurant. Instead of blessing and purifying your city by running naked through it's streets (which would be pretty uncomfortable in most of Canada anyways), maybe you could use a map or a labyrinth as a representative. Lupercalia might also be a good time for those with Wolf as a totem to give praise to their guides or even donate some money for preservation of wolf packs in the wild. Those who worship the ancient Greek and Roman gods can take this opportunity to make an offering and a prayer to Pan, Faunus, Bacchus or Dionysus. And for those of you who are fond of Ancient Rome, Lupercalia can be used as a way to read the myth of Remus and Romulus and toast to one of the worlds greatest civilizations.<br />
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References:<br />
<a href="http://ancienthistory.about.com/od/socialcustomsdailylife/a/010908Lupercal.htm" target="_blank">http://ancienthistory.about.com/od/socialcustomsdailylife/a/010908Lupercal.htm</a><br />
<a href="http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/351677/Lupercalia" target="_blank">http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/351677/Lupercalia</a><br />
<a href="http://www.manygods.org.uk/articles/festivals/lupercalia.shtml" target="_blank">http://www.manygods.org.uk/articles/festivals/lupercalia.shtml</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-447964603754639702013-01-25T14:44:00.003-05:002013-01-25T15:20:44.330-05:00February 2013 Workshops & Events<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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stage of pregnancy, meditation is important for you and your baby. Come connect
with your baby, yourself, and create a stress free environment. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">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! </span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">*Please wear loose, comfortable
clothing and bring whatever makes you feel comfortable (slippers, pillow, etc)</span></i></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Fridays and
Saturdays throughout February, 1-2 pm</span></div>
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per person per session or $40 if you sign up with a friend (saving you each $5)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;">Public Imbolc Ritual (MPRC &
Melange Magique) FREE</span></b></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;">Saturday,
February 2nd, 1-7pm</span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="fsl"><i><span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;">Pour la version en français, voir plus bas.</span></i></span><i><span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><br />
</span></i><span class="fsl"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;">There will be Walking Labyrinth, a
public path of lights ritual for Imbolc in the upstairs room of Melange
Magique.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><br />
<span class="fsl">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.</span><br />
<span class="textexposedshow"><i>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.</i></span><i><br />
</i></span><span class="textexposedshow"><span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;">Many
bright blessings</span></span><span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow">Il y aura un labyrinthe public de lumière pour le
rituel de Imbolc au second étage du Mélange Magique.</span><br />
<span class="textexposedshow">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.</span><br />
<span class="textexposedshow"><i>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.</i></span><i><br />
</i></span><span class="textexposedshow"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;">Joyeux Imbolc!</span></span></span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Introduction to Meditation
(Katherine Seiler)<br />
</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Come
learn the basics, the how's, the why's of meditation, and more! Followed by
discussion and guided meditation. All are welcome!<br />
<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">*Please wear comfortable clothing.
Nothing too constricting.<br />
</i>Sundays, February 3rd 1-2pm & February 17th 1-2pm<br />
Cost: $5 per person per session</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Crescent</span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Moon
School</span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Level 1 Program</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Crescent</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">
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. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>(Maximum 8 students)<br />
Fridays 6-9pm, starting February 8th for 20 weeks (Scarlet & Marc)<br />
Cost: $300 (or 3 x $100 every 6 weeks) Reading pack & workbooks included.<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The
Magik of Flirtation: </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">everyone edition<b> (Matt Risk)</b><br />
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. <br />
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 <b>Joy You Want</b> out of Love.<br />
February 9th 12-5 pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Cost:
$50</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Reiki Share (Anouk Mackenzie & others)</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">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 $10. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Sunday,
February 10th & 24th, 1-3 pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Cost:
10$ donation</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Basics of Storytelling (JD
"Hobbes" Hickey)<br />
</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">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.<br />
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.<br />
Date & Time: February 10th, 2013, 1pm to 4pm<br />
Cost: $30 (pre-registration required)<br />
www.johndavidhickey.ca</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Reiki I (Robyn)</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">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.<br />
Saturday, February 17th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm</span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Re-Programming
Reality: Techno-Pagan Techniques for Beginners (Courtney)</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">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.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sunday, February
17th, 2:00pm - 4:00pm</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost: $30</span></div>
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<span class="usercontent"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Intro
to the Medicine Wheel (Sarah Orr)</span></b></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
<span class="usercontent">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.</span></span></div>
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<span class="usercontent"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">*Please feel
free to bring drums or rattles with you to this class*</span></i></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></i></div>
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<span class="usercontent"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Thursday, February 21st, 7-9pm</span></span></div>
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<span class="usercontent"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Cost: $25</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">NUTRITIONAL
MAGIC WORKSHOP (Nicole (Nixsy) Reilkoff
ND)</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 7.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">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.<br />
Friday, February 22nd, 6-9pm<br />
Cost: $25</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Astral
Architecture (Matt Risk)</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
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.<br />
February 23rd 1-5 pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Cost:
$40<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The Zen of Seeing: Meditation
through drawing (Sienna)</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">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.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">*wear
comfortable clothes</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">February
23rd, 2-5pm</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost: $40</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: FR; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Magie des chandelles 101 (avec Valérie)</span></b></div>
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<span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: FR; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Aimez-vous les
bougies et les chandelles de tous types et couleurs? Savez-vous que les
chandelles ont été utilisées depuis la nuit des temps pour faire des
sortilèges? Venez apprendre quelle couleur ou quelle forme de chandelle peut
être utilisée pour vous aider à manifester des changements dans votre vie. Des
sortilèges touchant des sujets populaires tels que l'amour, la prospérité et le
succès seront abordés.</span></div>
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<span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: FR; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Samedi le 23
février, de 14h à 16h.</span></div>
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<span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: FR; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Frais: 30$.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Reiki II (Robyn)</span></b></div>
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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. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Saturday, February 24th, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm</span></div>
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OGDOADIC TRADITION (Martin Béliard)</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">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. </span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The workshop will be
given in French and/or English.</span></i></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Thursday,
Feb. 28th, from 19:00 to 21:00.</span></div>
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15$ per participant.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Healer Discussion Panel - FREE</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 9.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">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.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 9.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Friday
February 1st, 5-7pm. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 9.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">FREE</span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-81427997790515990832013-01-19T15:26:00.000-05:002013-01-19T15:26:14.102-05:00Calenders!Come check out the Calenders still in stock:<br />
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Celtic Mandala Wall Calendar 2013 by Jen Delyth: 9781602376083<br />
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Llewellyn's 2013 Daily Planetary Guide: 9780738715193<br />
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Llewellyn's 2013 Astrological Pocket Planner: 9780738715209 <br />
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Illuminated Psalms Wall Calendar 2013 by Adam Rhine: 9781602376243<br />
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Thich Nhat Hanh Mini Calendar 2013 by Thich Nhat Hanh: 9781602377097<br />
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Zen Mind Engagement Calendar 2013 by Amber Lotus: 9781602376625 <br />
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Agenda Planetaire 2013 (French) by Astro-Log Communication Enrg Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-89532835508482834642013-01-07T16:53:00.002-05:002013-01-07T16:53:38.533-05:00New healer schedules!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Welcome to Nixsy, our new reflexologist!</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Tuesdays from 11am to 5pm. </span></b></span><br />
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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.<br />
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Reflexology is helpful for: immune-strengthening, detoxification,
deep relaxation, the moving of the lymphatic system, pain reduction and
management, better sleep cycles, and more.<br />
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<b>Pricing: </b>$35 per half hour; $70 per hour.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Valerie, our osteopath, changed her hours!</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Thursdays from 4pm to 8pm. </span></b></span><br />
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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.<br />
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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.<br />
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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.<br />
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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.<br />
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<b>Pricing:</b> $70 per hour. (Half-hours possible but not advised. $35 per half-hour.)<b></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Monika is available on Fridays! <span style="font-size: small;"> </span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">From 11am to 5pm.</span></b></span><br />
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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.<br />
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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.<br />
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Treatments offered for both adults and children. For more information, visit Monika's website at <a href="http://holisticenergy.ca/">http://holisticenergy.ca</a>.<br />
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<b>Pricing: </b>$35 per half-hour; $75 per hour.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-45192565028982114922013-01-04T21:04:00.000-05:002013-01-04T21:04:24.811-05:00Welcome to Hot Tea Month! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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January is hot tea month! This month we will be featuring weekly teas as well as having <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/workshops" target="_blank">workshops</a> introducing tea and tea tasting on the 18th and 25th. To get the ball rolling here are some facts about tea:<br />
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All true teas come from the leaves of the same plant: c<i>amellia sinensis</i>. 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 <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/ritual-tea-two-doves-silver-needle-white-tea.html?filter_name=white%20tea" target="_blank">White</a> tea, followed by <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/japanese-sencha-green-tea.html?filter_name=base%20tea&filter_category_id=190" target="_blank">Green</a>, <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/index.php?route=product%2Fsearch&filter_name=oolong" target="_blank">Oolong</a> and finally <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/japanese-sencha-green-tea.html?filter_name=base%20tea&filter_category_id=190" target="_blank">Black tea</a> 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.<br />
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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 <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/cranberry-apple-herbal-tisane.html?filter_name=tisane" target="_blank">Cranberry Apple</a> herbal tisane. The other is made from <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/rooibos-caffeine-free.html?filter_name=rooibos" target="_blank">Rooibos</a>, 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.<br />
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One of the unique things about our tea selection here at Melange is that we also offer a variety of <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives" target="_blank">tea additives</a> 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 <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/cunninghams-encyclopedia-of-magical-herbs.html?filter_name=cunningham" target="_blank">Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs</a>) to help you make your own unique tea for exactly the purpose you want!<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-anise.html" target="_blank">Anise Seeds</a>: 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.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-camomile.html" target="_blank">Chamomile</a>: 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.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-chai.html" target="_blank">Chopped Chai</a>: 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. </li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-cinnamon.html" target="_blank">Cinnamon</a>: 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. </li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-ginger.html" target="_blank">Ginger</a>: 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. </li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-honeybush.html" target="_blank">Honeybush</a>: Honeybush is good for gentle cleaning, love and beauty, and protection.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-jasmine.html" target="_blank">Jasmine Buds</a>: 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.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-lavender.html" target="_blank">Lavender</a>: 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.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-lemon-balm.html" target="_blank">Lemon Balm</a>: 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.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-sweet-orange-peel.html" target="_blank">Orange Peel</a>: 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.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-peppermint.html" target="_blank">Peppermint</a>: 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. </li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-rose-buds-and-petals.html" target="_blank">Rose Buds and Petals</a>: 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.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magickal-ceremonial-teas/tea-additives/herbal-additive-rosehips.html" target="_blank">Rosehip</a>: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.</li>
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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! <br />
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stage of pregnancy, meditation is important for you and your baby. Come connect
with your baby, yourself, and create a stress free environment. Learn the
benefits, as well as safe postures, teas, and energies for you both.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost: $25
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WORKSHOP - FREE (Elizabeth Johnston) <br />
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Cost: </span>FREE<br />
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BODHRAN DEMO & TALK - FREE (Elizabeth Johnston)</span></span></b></div>
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Elizabeth Johnston for a free talk on the bodhran, the Irish frame drum. During
this 45-minute event, you'll have an opportunity to learn about its origins,
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Thursday, January 10, 8pm.<br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">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
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<b>Saturday, January 12th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm</b></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost: $150</span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">The Magic
of Flirtation</span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;"> (Matt) (two-part series for men)</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Are you a
man who is frustrated in love? Have you ever been stuck in the dreaded
'friendzone'? Or find yourself unable to connect with the women who you're
attracted to? In this course we will be looking at magical techniques for
building satisfaction and seductive power. We'll be exploring the magick of how
to become that which is so highly attractive to women they will be fighting
over you. We will explore powerful techniques on how to get out of your own way
and get the attention you want by building enticing feelings around yourself
that women find intensely compelling. If you want to see your love life change
from constant frustration to abundant satisfaction, then this workshop series
is a must. Just imagine how many things in your life will change once you are
satisfied in love.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Saturday January 12th, 12-5 pm, and February 2,
12-5 pm </span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Paper
making workshop (Diane)<br />
</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Come join me to learn how to make paper at home,
using all types of old papers you have on hand.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;"><br />
<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Dress to get dirty, and bring something
heavy so you can put inside the paper you will have made.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">This is simple and fun, using simple tools!</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;"></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Sunday,
January 13, 1-4pm</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;"></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Cost: $35</span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></b></div>
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<span class="usercontent"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Intro to the
Medicine Wheel (Sarah Orr)</span></b></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><br />
</span></b><span class="usercontent"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">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.</span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></b></div>
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<span class="usercontent"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Thursday, January
17th, 7-9pm</span></b></span></div>
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POETRY WORKSHOP (Elizabeth <span class="il">Johnston</span>)</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><br />
There's poetry all around us. It's rooted in the real and tangible. Every
silent object around us is waiting for us to give it voice. Explore the poetic
realm with Elizabeth <span class="il">Johnston</span> during this 10-week
workshop. <br />
<i>Material required: pen and notebook.</i><br />
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Thursdays, 6-8pm, Jan. 17, 24, 31; Feb.
7, 14; 28; Mar. 7, 14, 21, & 28. -- Please note there is no class on Feb.
21.<br />
Cost: $250<br />
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<b>BEGINNER BODHRAN CLASS (Elizabeth <span class="il">Johnston</span>)</b><br />
Bbeginner bodhran class is where you can learn how to play this magical
instrument.<br />
<i>Bring your own bodhran and tipper.</i><br />
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Thursdays, 8-9pm, Jan. 17, 24, 31;
Feb. 7, 14; 28; Mar. 7, 14, 21, & 28. -- Please note there is no class on
Feb. 21.<br />
Cost: $150</b></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <span lang="EN-US"></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Introduction to Tea and Tea Tasting (Scarlet)</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Learn about different kinds
of tea and their health benefits. Taste a variety of types and witness a tea
ceremony each day.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">January 18th will feature
herbal teas through the green tea ranges. Witness the Japanese macha tea
ceremony.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">January 25<sup>th</sup> will
feature the darjeelings, oolongs, and black teas. Witness the Chinese tea
ceremony.</span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Fridays, January 18th & 25th, 6-7pm</span></b></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost: $10 each day</span></b></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Introduction to Paganism (Scarlet)</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">What is magic? What is
Paganism? What is witchcraft? What is Wicca? Learn the basics and history of
these terms, the similarities and differences, related holidays, and tools for
ritual. This is a brief introduction the Contemporary Paganism and where you
can go to find out more.</span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Friday, January 18th, 7-8pm</span></b></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost: FREE</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Crescent Moon School Open House</span></b></div>
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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. Registration is open throughout January and will
end February 2nd. <br />
<b>Open House & Registration Friday, January 25th, 7:00pm</b> <br />
<i>Level 1:</i> Fridays 6-9pm, starting February 8thh for 20 weeks (Scarlet
& Marc)<br />
$300 (or 3 x $100 every 6 weeks) Reading pack & workbooks included.<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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</span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Pierres et crystaux 101 (par Valérie, en français)</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Vous
êtes-vous déjà demandé dans quel but certains minéraux ont été utilisés en
bijouterie, à des fins spirituelles, ou pour de la guérison? Saviez-vous
que les minéraux contiennent des propriétés naturelles qui sont associées
à des aspects de votre vie et à des parties de votre corps? Venez
découvrir les propriétés d'une douzaine de pierres et crystaux utilisés
couramment en magie, en spiritualité et en guérison.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Samedi le 26 janvier, de 14h à 16h.</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Walking
on Water</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;"> (Matt)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Do you
find yourself thrown around by your emotions? Do you have trouble with anger
outbursts, or does worry cripple you in your life? Do you wish you could be
calmer, or experience bliss at will? This workshop will explore powerful
techniques for gaining control over your emotions. You will learn how to turn
examine the building blocks of emotional states, increase or decrease their
intensity, or replace them with other feelings all together. Furthermore, you
will learn how to set yourself up to feel wonderful feelings in future
situations that in the past made you feel horrible. Emotional freedom is within
your grasp.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Saturday, January 26th, 1-5 pm</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Sunday Sabbat Sale</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Sunday, January 27th</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">10% off everything in store all day!</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Wicca 101 (par Diane et Valérie, en français)</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">La Wicca
est une branche spécialisée du paganisme, terme utilisé pour décrire les
religions révérencieuses de la nature. Venez découvrir l'origine de la
Wicca, ses principes fondamentaux, et ses particularités qui peuvent
varier d'une région à l'autre. Deux adeptes chevronnées de la Wicca
partagerons leurs connaissances et leurs expériences avec vous.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Dimanche le 27 janvier, de 14h à 16h. </span></b></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-55469261774747905892012-12-19T16:18:00.002-05:002012-12-21T20:35:05.432-05:00Holiday Schedule- Heures d'Ouverture Pour les FeteThe Holidays are on our doorstep! Here are the hours we are open for the next week:<br />
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Les fetes sont à nos portes! Voici la liste des heures d'ouverture pour la semaine prochaine:<br />
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Dec. 19: 10h- 21h<br />
Dec. 20: 10h- 21h<br />
Dec. 21: 10h- 21h<br />
Dec. 22: 10h- 18h<br />
Dec. 23: 10h- 18h<br />
Dec. 24: 10h- 15h<br />
Dec. 25: CLOSED/ FERME<br />
Dec. 26: 12h- 18h<br />
Dec. 27: 10h- 21h<br />
Dec. 28: 10h- 21h<br />
Dec. 29: 10h- 18h<br />
Dec. 30: 12h- 17h<br />
Dec. 31: 10h- 15h<br />
Jan. 01: CLOSED/ FERME<br />
Jan. 02: CLOSED/ FERME<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-50154296010082981672012-12-15T13:08:00.001-05:002012-12-15T13:09:30.064-05:00Sunday Sabbat Sale - Yule 2012Tomorrow, December 16, is our Sunday Sabbat Sale for Yule 2012! Come into our store and get 10% off your entire purchase!<br />
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If you still have holiday gifts left to get, tomorrow would be an excellent time to finish your shopping at a discount!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-34566812780727821182012-12-06T19:40:00.001-05:002012-12-06T19:40:03.391-05:00Yule FeastingThere are only a few historical accounts of the ancient Germanic and Norse practices during Yule but it does seem very certain that feasting was a big part of it. Some people also link the tradition of having a Christmas Ham with the ancient tradition of sacrificing and eating a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_ham" target="_blank">Yule Boar</a> in honor of the Norse god Freyr during the Yule feast. Boars aren't very easy to get these days but hams are available at any grocery store. And though the practice of serving up a whole boar on a golden platter with an apple in his mouth is also out of fashion, cooking ham with apples certainly isn't. So for a modern spin on an ancient tradition, try this recipe for your Yuletide feast:<br />
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<b><u>Slow-Cooker Apple Spiced Ham. </u></b><br />
<b><u><br /></u></b>
This tasty ham is usually made in a slow-cooker but if you don't have one you can use a roasting pan or a Dutch Oven on low heat for an hour or so. This is also a recipe that I invented, so none of the measurements are exact. Have fun and adjust it to your tastes!<br />
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You will need:<br />
- 1 cup old fashioned apple juice.<br />
- 3-4 apples (I prefer Macintosh apples).<br />
- 2 tsp cinnamon<br />
- 1 tsp allspice<br />
- a pinch of cloves<br />
- (Nutmeg to taste)<br />
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (you can cheat and add a little maple to some table syrup if you are low)<br />
- 2 tbsp of brown sugar (the darker the better)<br />
- Half a smoked ham (black forest or maple smoked work the best).<br />
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Unwrap your ham and grab a handful of cloves. Stick the cloves into the ham at regular intervals to infuse the ham with the spice. Traditionally this is done like so:<br />
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but I find that is waaaay too many cloves, especially if it is going to be in the slow cooker all day.<br />
Place your cloved ham into the slow cooker and pour the apple juice in with it. Peel and slice the apples into thick rounds and place these in the the slow cooker, overlapping the ham as much as possible. Sprinkle the ham and apples with the cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg (if you choose to use it). Rub the skin of the ham with the brown sugar and then pour the syrup over it and the apples as evenly as possible. Turn your slow cooker on low and let it cook for 5-7 hours. This is a great recipe to put up before work so you can come back to a delicious meal!<br />
To serve, slice the ham into thick slices, remove as many of the cloves as you can and spoon the apple mush juice over the slice. Give thanks to Freyr for the feast and ask him to bless your new year. Enjoy!
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">The Norse God Freyr</span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-73202421468362824552012-12-06T16:59:00.003-05:002012-12-06T19:52:05.134-05:00FAQ: How do I do a basic spell?Basic spell crafting is actually quite easy! All it takes is a little bit of knowledge of basic spell components and some will and visualization.<br />
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Here is a simple candle spell outline that can be changed for almost any purpose, with an example for a money spell:<br />
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<li>Take a candle of the appropriate color for your purpose and carve the subject (i.e. the name of the person you want to affect or the situation or object) on the candle. <i>I would choose a <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/magick-occult-candles/mini-altar-candles-ceremonial/mini-altar-candle.html" target="_blank">green candle</a> to represent luck and money and carve onto it "Please bring me enough money to pay my bills every month."</i></li>
<li>Anoint your candle with an appropriate oil for your purpose, or, choose a scented candle that already has oils in it to suit your purpose. There is some difference of opinion as to which direction you should rub the oil but I usually avoid worrying about this by putting the oil into my hand and then rolling the candle between my palms. Either way it is more important that the candle be completely covered in the oil. <i>For my money spell I could choose to anoint my green candle with <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/money-drawing-magickal-oil.html?filter_name=money%20draw" target="_blank">"money drawing"</a> oil or maybe use one of the <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/index.php?route=product%2Fsearch&filter_name=coventry+creations" target="_blank">Coventry Creations candles</a> associated <a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/coventry-creations-ritual-spellwork-candles/money-draw-blessed-herbal-candle.html" target="_blank">with money</a>.</i></li>
<li>For added help in focusing, add an incense stick. <i>In this case "<a href="http://www.themagicalblend.com/ritual-spellwork-incense/ceremonial-ritual-incense-sticks/money-drawing-incense-sticks-pack-of-20-sticks.html" target="_blank">Money Drawing" incense</a> sticks would work well. </i></li>
<li>Light your candle and incense, and focus on your goal, trying to visualize it as clearly as you can. <i>I would visualize myself opening my wallet to pay a bill and having enough to pay and some left over. I would visualize my Visa bill being paid off and my Hydro bill being up to date.</i></li>
<li>Recite a charm, affirmation, psalm or request to help formulate and ask the universe for help achieving your goal. <i>Blessed Hathor, Goddess of abundance: Please help me to find the means to repay those I owe. Help me to have the funds to live a modest life. Blessed be.</i></li>
<li>Let the candle burn to the end, and leave the results up to the Universe.</li>
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Here are some basic colors and their associations to help you choose a candle that is appropriate for your spell. Also check out the <a href="http://melangemagique.blogspot.ca/2011/11/faq-what-are-elements-and-what-are.html" target="_blank">FAQ on the Elements</a> for some more associations.<br />
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<b>Red:</b> Passion, love, creativity, Fire, Mars, Root Chakra.<br />
<b>Orange:</b> Communication, mental stability, power, Mercury, Navel Chakra.<br />
<b>Yellow: </b>Also communication and intellect, success, Air, Sun, Solar Plexus Chakra.<br />
<b>Green:</b> Money, luck, prosperity, financial and earthly stability, Earth, Venus, Heart Chakra.<br />
<b>Blue:</b> Peace, calm, healing, emotional balance, justice, Water, Jupiter, Throat Chakra.<br />
<b>Purple:</b> Magic in general, psychic powers, the Moon, Third Eye Chakra (sometimes associated with Indigo).<br />
<b>White:</b> Purity, blessing, Spirit, Crown Chakra (sometimes associated with violet).<br />
<b>Black:</b> Banishing, ridding unwanted energy, cessation, grounding, Earth.<br />
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Now that you have a basic template of a spell you can mix and match elements for any spell you choose! Whether it's passing your exam (yellow candle and study oil) or healing your cold (blue candle and healing oil) you have the tools with which to focus your desires and manifest your magic!</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-35509881039806694772012-11-27T15:07:00.003-05:002012-11-27T15:07:40.651-05:00December Workshops & Events 2012<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">ANNUAL MONTREAL YULE FAIR WEEKEND</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Saturday & Sunday December 1 & 2, 10am-6pm both days</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Local artisans & FREE workshops</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Ritual Sunday December 2nd at 7pm</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Meditation in Pregnancy (Katherine Seiler)</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">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. Learn the benefits, as well as
safe postures, teas, and energies for you both.</span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">*Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring
whatever makes you feel comfortable (slippers, pillow, etc)</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Fridays (Dec. 7, 14, 21) and
Saturdays (Dec. 8, 15, 22) and Sunday (Dec. 30) from 1-2 pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost: $25 per person per session or
$40 if you sign up with a friend (saving you each $5)</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Reiki Share (Monika Marczuk and Anouk Mackenzie)</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Pressed
for time? Hectic life has you running in circles? Not a lot of time on your
hands, but need time to relax and decompress? Come and take advantage of the
art of Reiki healing with 30 min sessions for the incredibly low cost of 10$
per session</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sunday December 9th &16th, 1-3
pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost: 10$ donation</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Paper making
workshop (Diane) </span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Come join
me to learn how to make your own paper at home. It's a very good way to recycle
old school notes, magazines and different textures of paper you may have on
hand.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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big, solid and waterproof to press the sheets of paper you will have made
in between .</span></i></div>
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and t-shirt, clothing to get dirty in will do.</span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Tuesday,
December 11th, 6:30 to 9:30)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost: 35$</span><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;"></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Mastering the Marseilles (Matt) </span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">The
history of Tarot is a long and winding road, filled with legend and
obfuscation. What we now know as the modern Tarot has common roots, that seem
to date to a period in post renaissance France, in the city of Marseilles,
where several decks arose, perhaps as a game, perhaps as a spiritual system. We
may never know, but we do know that we can learn its mysteries by study of the
symbolism and numerology of the Marseilles
deck. In this workshop we will be examining the simple number system that acts
as the keys to the Tarot Marseilles which will unlock the mysteries of its
symbolism.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Saturday,
December 8th, 1-5 pm, $40</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">The Magikian’s Circle
(Matt)</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">For
mastery of the energy body, many traditions have looked at the persona as a
multi-faceted set of tools. In this workshop we will be looking at a series of
tasks, and developing the magikal tools needed to face them. These tools will
be organized and compartmentalized into a fully customizable and personal
system of correspondences and anchors that can be easily accessed in the field
of the every day. Think of it as a self-programmable magical circle that goes
wherever you go, and can be activated at will. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Saturday,
December 29th, 1-5pm, $40</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Sunday Sabbat Sale</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Sunday, December 16th</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">10% off everything in
store all day!</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Open Public Winter
Solstice Ritual</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Friday, Dec 21st, 7-9pm</span></b></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-61926702127713637262012-10-23T16:13:00.004-04:002012-11-10T12:02:19.901-05:00November Events & Workshops<h3>
Zombie Apocalypse Preparations (Scarlet)</h3>
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What do you need to have in your emergency magical bomb shelter against the Zombie Apocalypse? What kinds of zombies are there in myth and culture? Let’s talk about how to deal with them and how to survive. Be a warrior! Be a survivor!<br />
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<b>Friday, November 2nd, 6:00pm - 8:00 pm, $40
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<h3>
Connecting with the Divine Feminine Energy (Monika)</h3>
Come and connect with your feminine essence that may be hard to access in today's very masculine world. By exploring both masculine and feminine energies you will
learn what energy guides your life, how the forgotten feminine longs to remember
and how to harness the power of the masculine to become more balanced.<br />
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<i>*All participants must come in comfortable clothing and bring a pillow or meditation cushion.*</i><br />
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Saturday, November 3rd, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, $25</b><br />
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<h3>
Take Up the Runes: Special Three-Part Introduction to the Elder Futhark (Matt)</h3>
<a href="http://crystal-life.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/r/e/redjasperrunes_webl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="159" src="http://crystal-life.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/r/e/redjasperrunes_webl.jpg" width="200" /></a>
Join us for this three-part series to feel the force of ancient Viking Magic surging
through you as you ‘Take up the Runes’ of the Elder Futhark. We will be discussing oracular and magical uses of each of the Runes, and then inducing powerful shamanic states to understand and make use of the energies behind the Runes. In each of the three classes, you will connect with eight powerful tools and make use of them for luck, wealth, love, protection, or spiritual development. In the end, the Runes will speak to you from crook of tree branch, or the cracks in the paving stones. Practice well, and the Runes will transform your vision, making everything magical and giving you the power to master the secrets of creation.<br />
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<b>Saturdays, November 10th, 17th, and 24th, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm, $100</b>
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<h3>
FREE Screening of Pagan Documentary: The WinniPagans!</h3>
<b>(Guest Presenter: Dodie Graham)</b>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34413855.post-40467050184140313122012-10-05T20:41:00.002-04:002012-11-10T12:08:55.362-05:00Giving ThanksCanada has a long and varied relationship with Thanksgiving. <a href="http://www.pch.gc.ca/pgm/ceem-cced/jfa-ha/graces-eng.cfm#cn-tphp" target="_blank">Canadians have been celebrating Thanksgiving in one form or another since 1799</a>, though the time of year and reason behind the holiday varied until about 1887 when the day of celebrating the "Blessings of an abundant harvest" were fixed, with some exceptions, on a Thursday around mid November, merging into the practice of holding it on the same day as "Armistice Day" (now known as Remembrance Day) after the First World War. By about 1931 the practice of having Thanksgiving on the second Monday in October came about and the Holiday was made official in 1957. Interestingly, Canada, unlike in the U.S., has held "Thanksgiving" days for all sorts of reasons: the end of wars, the end of Cholera, Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee etc. But still there was a long history of celebrating the Harvest in Canada in October and November, and that is the practice that survives until today. <br />
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Celebrating the harvest is not a foreign concept to most Pagans. In the Pagan (largely derived from the Celtic) calendar there are three major harvest festivals: Lughnasadh (Lammas), Mabon and Samhain. Thanksgiving falls almost directly between the latter two, which is not surprising either culturally or practically since this time of year is in fact when a lot of the Canadian harvesting is done. As a largely urban community as well, it is even more important to celebrate and be thankful for the bounty of the land in order to help bridge the gap between us and our food. Being respectful and thankful for the abundance around us also makes us more conscious and conscientious which promotes your own health and the health of the animals and vegetation we eat. This is a very Pagan concept.<br />
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This year, I suggest making your Thanksgiving with a little extra Pagan flare: Set a place at your table for the Goddess and the God. Thank the Goddess for the bounty of the earth, offering her a slice of pumpkin pie, an apple, some corn, potatoes and cranberries. Thank the God for providing us with meat and ask him to bless the souls of the animals who were sacrificed so we could eat. Pile his plate with turkey and gravy pour him some wine or mead as befits the Great Hunter. At the end of the meal, put some of the food outside for the local wildlife to enjoy, as well as any Fae hanging about (they really like apples and honey). If you can, bury the rest so you are giving back to the earth what it has given you.<br />
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For centuries Canadians have been observing the practice of being thankful for great fortune and bounty. Pagans have been doing the same for millennia. This year, blend the two for a truly thankful Thanksgiving.<br />
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Blessed Be!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0