January Workshops & Events

MPRC Discussion
The MPRC holds discussion nights every first Thursday of the month on random subjects pertaining to alternative spirituality/paganism. The discussions are open where all opinions are welcomed
Thursday, January 6th, 2011 at 18h45-20h45 FREE

Meditation for Healing Series (Catharine)
Each week we will explore a different type of meditation or self healing technique through meditation. Some will be simply observing your breath, others will include contemplation, others will use colors ( aura and chakra) to heal specific areas of your life. there will also be guided visualizations for going deeper, and for relaxation. Please come with a yoga mat or cushion and comfortable clothing.
May be taken class by class or as a complete 10-week series.
Thursdays, January 6th through March 10th, 7-9 pm
Costs: $20 per class or $150 for the 10 week series.

Intro to Energy Work (Scarlet)
Welcome to an introduction to centering, grounding, your personal, sensing energy, and protecting yourself with shielding.
* limited space *
Thursday, January 13th, 7-9pm $40

The Complete Ten Part Tarot Series Session 1 (Catharine) Saturday January 15th - Major Arcana 1 After teaching the tarot in two short courses I realized how complex it truly is. This series will take you through in a way that gives time to ask questions, explore and understand how the cards play out in a reading. After this course you will be equipped to do readings for others ! You can take one individually, but please email me at river.rain.catharine@gmail.com to talk about where you are at before joining. To be fair to everyone I wont be back tracking too much so the series flows, but by all means if you are ready and want to jump into a specific topic come on out! Costs: $40 / workshop or $300 for the series (save $140) plus installments can be arranged monthly All workshops held Saturdays from 12 pm - 2 pm Saturday January 15th - Major Arcana 1 Saturday January 22nd - Major Arcana 2 Saturday January 29th - Major Arcana Symbolism Saturday February 5th - Minor Arcana Wands Saturday February 12th - Minor Arcana Swords Saturday February 19th - Minor Arcana Cups Saturday February 26th - Minor Arcana Pentacles Saturday March 5th - Symbolism and Numerology in Tarot Saturday March 12th - Spreads and Readings Saturday March 19th - Reading Practice

The Complete Psychic Development Series Session 1 (Catharine) Saturday January 15th - Clairvoyance Exploration and Training So many people have come to this series I decided it's time to offer a more in depth series for those who seriously want to explore their abilities and even become a channel themselves. This course will introduce you to various capacities you have within you and bring out your strengths. You will learn to trust yourself and know what is real and accurate from what is your own fear or fantasy or projection. You will have lots and lots of practice and feedback in this course. If you want to join one individually please email me at river .rain.catharine@gmail.com to discuss where you are at and what may be best for you. Costs: $40 / workshop or $300 for the series (save $140) plus installments can be arranged monthly All workshops held Saturdays from 3 pm - 5 pm Saturday January 15th - Clairvoyance Exploration and Training Saturday January 22nd - Clairaudience Exploration and Training Saturday January 29th - Clairsentience Exploration and Training Saturday February 5th - Deja Vu What is it and what does it mean? Saturday February 12th - Predictive Dreams- How do I know? Saturday February 19th - Spirit Communications - good, bad, how to, protection Saturday February 26th - What if I See Bad Things? dealing with sensitive information Saturday March 5th - Smudging and Shielding - How and Why Saturday March 12th - How to Give a Good Reading Saturday March 19th - Ethics in Reading and Channeling Saturday March 26th - Practice Readings

The Pagan Umbrella (Amanda) FREE
What is Paganism? Ask a dozen people and you’ll get at least a dozen answers. In reality, paganism is probably best considered to be an umbrella term for a variety of spiritual and religious traditions. In this brief introduction, we will discuss what we mean when we use the word Pagan in a religious or spiritual context, discover some of the more popular Pagan paths being followed today (such as Wicca, witchcraft, Druidism, Heathenism, or simply Pagan), and explore some of their commonalities and differences.
Thursday January 20, 2011 6:45-8:45 pm FREE

The Complete Ten Part Tarot Series Session 2 (Catharine)
Saturday January 22nd - Major Arcana 2
Costs: $40 / workshop or $300 for the series (save $140)
plus installments can be arranged monthly
All workshops held Saturdays from 12 pm - 2 pm
Please read for more information

The Complete Psychic Development Series Session 2 (Catharine)
Saturday January 22nd - Clairaudience Exploration and Training
Costs: $40 / workshop or $300 for the series (save $140)
plus installments can be arranged monthly
All workshops held Saturdays from 3 pm - 5 pm
Please read here for more information

Introduction to the Elements (Amanda)
Many contemporary Pagan and esoteric traditions use the five foundational elements of earth, air, fire, water and ether/spirit. What are they, where do they come from, what do they represent, how can we tune-in to their energies for our magical or spiritual work, and why would we want to? This 2-hour introduction scratches the surface of these questions and offers some practical exercises to explore the five elements.
Sunday January 23, 2011 2:00-4:00 pm $5 (Cost of Materials)

Intro to Paganism & Wicca (Scarlet)
What is magic, Paganism, Wicca & Witchcraft? Learn a little of the basics, beliefs, holidays and practices.
Thursday, January 27th, 7-9pm FREE

The Complete Ten Part Tarot Series Session 3 (Catharine)
Saturday January 29th - Major Arcana Symbolism
Costs: $40 / workshop or $300 for the series (save $140)
plus installments can be arranged monthly
All workshops held Saturdays from 12 pm - 2 pm
Please read for more information

The Complete Psychic Development Series Session 3 (Catharine)
Saturday January 29th - Clairsentience Exploration and Training
Costs: $40 / workshop or $300 for the series (save $140)
plus installments can be arranged monthly
All workshops held Saturdays from 3 pm - 5 pm
Please read here for more information

CMS OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION
Come one and come all to the CMS OpenHouse evening. See what the students from three levels of study have been working on all Autumn! Meet the teachers and discover what is expected for the coming session. This is the best opportunity to register for the February Level 1 class. Please note that the CMS Level 1 class take no more than 5 students so as to provide each student with personalized attention and guidance.
Friday January 28th, 7-9pm FREE
LEVEL 1 begins February 9th 6-9pm for 20 weeks ($300 divided into 3 x $100)

Sunday Sabbat Sale
Sunday January 30th, all day -10%

Happy New Year

This New Year is full of wonderful in-store treats and surprises. Come on by and check them out! We have two liquidation tables with spectacular items. On 50% discount are resin incenses in little decorative jars, beautiful mirrors, ceramic wall hangings, and artisan bath bombs. On 75% discount we have scented soy candles, color-flame candles, gargoyles and more ceramic wall plaques. This is only good till January 6th (little Christmas).

What is new and special in the store for the new year?

Dragon 4-flower blooming tea balls - jasmine tea with four delicious flowers decoratively tied into a ball that opens only when in hot water. Gorgeous display in a clear glass tea pot, delicious for company!

Hand-Crafted Copper Bracelets - Stunning and affordable copper chainmail woven bracelets ($15 - 25)

Lastly, what are you doing for New Years? Most will party and share time with family on New Year's Eve. Raise a glass or give a kiss at midnight to hail in the New Year.

At Scarlet's home, the tradition includes her Grandmother's emphatic instructions: "Open the back door and physically kick out the Old Year, then go open the front door and formally welcome in the New Year." This tradition has been passed down her German family line and continues today. It is followed by calling all the family members (wherever they are) right after midnight and wishing them a Happy New Year.

So to all of you, from me, Scarlet, have a very HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Holiday Hours & Specials!

Between December 24th and December 31st
Internet orders -10% all week
Internet orders over $100 will benefit from FREE SHIPPING
Within Continental North America (backorders will be cancelled)

December 24th 10am - 3pm
December 25th CLOSED CHRISTMAS
December 26th 12pm - 5pm BOXING DAY -10% off everything
December 27th 10am - 6pm -10% off everything

*no exchanges will be accepted on December 26th or 27th*

Regular store hours Tuesday & Wednesday (10am-6pm)
Regular store hours Thursday (10am-9pm)

*liquidation table with secret specials
throughout the week!!*

December 31st 10am - 4pm NEW YEAR'S EVE
January 1st CLOSED NEW YEAR'S DAY

Regular store hours continue after this.
Have a wonderful, happy, and safe holidays.
Bright blessings from all the staff her at The Magical Blend.

For all the astrologers and avid star gazers, here is a little treat!

Not only does this years Yule fall on a full moon and a lunar eclipse, but there is a little something extra to be looking forward to. A meteor shower will give us shooting stars through the rest of the week.

Here's hoping for clear skies!

Yule Fair Success!

This Yule Fair for 2010 was a spectacular success!

We have SEVEN authors present: Judika Illes, Ellen Dugan, Christopher Penczak, Adelina St-Clair, Arin Murphy-Hiscock, Brendan Myers and Rob St-Martin. All had a wonderful time and wished to tell the volunteers (from CMS, MPRC, CUPS, and Avalon), the store staff, and the whole community what a great experience it was to be here and part of our incredible community exchange with free workshops and a vending room full of local artisans.

The staff of The Magical Blend wish to congratulate all the volunteers for their amazing efforts in helping us pull this off so smoothly. They conducted themselves with great professionalism and superior smiles!

Other successes you might not have seen were the Dinner with the Authors, Pagan Sunday Brunch, Gaia Gathering Auction Fundraiser and the MPRC Yule Ritual.

Burgers & Benedicts hosted out authors dinner on the Saturday night giving many folks an opportunity to eat and mingle with the authors in a social setting.

Burgers & Benedicts again hosted the monthly Pagan Sunday Brunch which is always a great event. Meet folks there the last Sunday of every month around 10am.

Gaia Gathering (www.gaiagathering.ca) is the Canadian National Pagan Conference, this year to be held in Montreal May (Victoria Day weekend) 2011. Previous fundraisers have helped cover the initial payments for the reservation of space at Concordia University, keeping this conference in the heart of all the action! The Auction fundraiser was focused on defraying some of the costs for volunteers. It's success shone incredibly with a total of over $1300!!

The Yule Ritual on the Sunday night was hosted by the MPRC and featured Pagan style Yule Caroling. We had great fun singing traditional Christmas carols that had been changed to reflect Paganism.

Vendors had a fantastic time and showed off their wares and networked for future events.

All in all a great success! Many bright blessings to all over the holidays this Yuletide season!

Yule Fair 2010

We are gearing up for an incredible weekend event with 6-7 authors, free lectures, local artisans, an auction fundraiser, dinner with the authors, and the public Yule Ritual.

Read the details here: http://www.themagicalblend.com/yulefair2010.html

Or download the PDF of the Event Program here: http://www.themagicalblend.com/downloads/YuleFair2010Program.pdf

Friday night workshop by Chris Penczak at 7pm is FREE!

Saturday night join the authors for dinner at Burgers & Benedicts (5:30-7:30pm)
Table D'Hote runs about $14.00 per meal not including drinks
Vegetarian options are also available from the regular menue
2313 St-Catherine West, Montreal H3H 1N2 (Pepsi Forum)
514-228-5210

After the dinner walk down the street to the Atwater Library
Items and services will be auctioned off to raise funds for the Canadian National Pagan Conference (which will be held in May 2011 here in Monteal)

Sunday morning at 9am Brunch will be held again at Buregers & Benedicts for all!

SEE YOU AR THE FAIR!!

New pendulums!

Fresh from the crate, new pendulums have arrived!

Among many of our old favourites such as the chakra, the metal, and the sephoroton shaped pendulums we now have....

Wooden Egyptian Pendulums!
They can easily pick up on the vibrations of any space and are great for feng shui practitioners. Often used to keep the mind focused on one goal. They tend to work best when energized in a pyramid.

Scarlet's New Book Picks

There are so many new things that have arrived at the store. I am sure you will hear about them soon... as soon as we get them all unpacked and onto the shelves. We are gearing up for Yule and the Yule Fair!

Among the new items were some books that especially caught my eye. So I thought I would tell you about them.

The Healing Power of Trees
By: Sharlyn Hidalgo ISBN: 9780738719986 $27.95
This book takes you on a journey through the Celtic months based on the thirteen sacred trees. Each tree's correspondences are discussed (rune, ogham, related holidays, totems, astrology, etc.), along with information for a meditation and for healing. Highly recommended for its incights and alternatives to looking at traditional lore.

Mansions of the Moon for the Green Witch
By: Ann Moura ISBN: 9780738720654 $23.95
If you have been collecting the Green Witch series of magical books, this must be added to your collections! Her newest book in the series explores the phases of the moon and their related magic through the Zodiac signs. She also discusses the various magical works you could do for each phase.

Newly Arrived!

Jim Maynard's collection has finally arrived!

Wall Calendars (Celestial Influeances), Spiral Bound agendas (Celestial Guide), Astrologers' Datebook, and the little Pocket Astrologer.

Also new in is a beautiful collection of banners: affirmations, chakras, Celtic designs, and much more

Rememberance Day

November 11th
Remember those soldiers who have died for our freedom in World War I & II.
At 11:00am, offer your time and energy.
Light a candle and hold a silent vigil for 11 minutes.

More than 1,500,000 Canadians have served our country in this way, and more than 100,000 have died. They gave their lives and their futures so that we may live in peace.

In Flanders Fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
John McCrae

For more information about the history and activities about Rememberance Day, Please visit this site: http://www.vac-acc.gc.ca/remembers/sub.cfm?source=history/other/remember

What will I do?

Here at the store, I will use our public altar. At 11:00am, I will light a candle in honor of my grandfather (now gone) who was a veteran. I will read aloud his poem that he wrote while in the war trenches of WWII in Europe then observe 11 minutes of silence.

May my energy and prayers from this small vigil strengthen the lives of veterans still living, honor their sacrifices, respect those long gone, and help keep alive our current military abroad today.

Soldiers' Feet
This is my grandfather's poem.

Magical Success Story

August 29th, 2010.
Tsuki, a $2500 Silver Savannah Cat, went missing during a move.
The call for help went out to the community both local and to the magical community.

November 3rd, 2010.
Tsuki has been found and captured and is home safe and sound!

What did we do on the magical side to achieve this?

@ Scarlet's Home:
Upon my altar paten, I placed a photo my my beloved Tsuki.
At the top point of the altar paten's pentacle stood my Bast statue where I invoked the Egyptian cat goddess to watch over him and keep him safe. I brown candle with catnip and protection oil was burned monthly. His blanket was charged with attraction energy to draw him back to familiar grounds and placed in his cat carrier on the back balcony of a neighbors home where he had been spotted. Every night, I visualized him home in my arms and wrapped him in love and health.

@ Samara's Home:
Daily, she wrapped his photo in white light and prayed he remain not far from home and glow to all who see him so he may be found and brought home.

Other people have had white or brown candles lit upon their altars coaxing him to never forget his home and to find his way back before the snow.

Through so much prayer and magic, Tsuki is now back home and safe.

Magic was not the only effort, however. With all acts of magic, there must be a follow-through in the real world. When he was first lost, I contacted all vets, pet stores, shelters in the area to inform them of the loss, in case someone brought him there. I put up posters for on lamp posts and in bus shelters in a 4 block radius. I posted his information on several websites that help track missing pets. Many called with other advise. Setting out his food, blankets and toys in the yard. Sprinkling his soiled litter in places near the home so he finds his own familiar scent. Send fliers to all homes in that 4 block radius. As soon as he was spotted and I confirmed that it was indeed him, I made new fliers with updated information and again posted them in all the mail boxes to remind people. His cat carrier was placed on the back balcony of one home he was frequenting for food. Another home fed him at a regular time each day to coax him close. Consistency and regularity builds routine and confidence. He came to the family and was easily captured.

Magic and real world action created an amazing success story.
Nine weeks is a long time. Other success stories can and do happen. Never lose hope. And ... believe in your magic!

Here is the link to his photos: http://scarletcougar.blogspot.com/2010_11_01_archive.html#2312983780367834664

Thanks everyone and bright blessing to all!

Jack o'Lore

Almost everyone knows what a jack o'lantern is and almost everyone has made one.
Ever wonder why?

There are numerous lores about why it started, where, who, how.. One of the most told being of a man named Jack. Once Jack had passed, and upon finding that Heaven would not let him enter, he was given a flaming piece of coal from the fires of hell by the Devil himself so that he may find his way back to Earth. Placing it inside of a turnip he happened to have handy he then began his eternal wander in search of home.

Another being on the other end of the fence, though still technically in the search of home.
Being that Samhain is the night of the year on which the veil between our world and the spirit world is barely drawn, a candle would be placed on the doorstep or front window to aid spirits of loved ones find their way home through the darkness. Placing it in a squash, turnip, or pumpkin was for protection and well-being of the home and all those within. Eventually a ghoulish face was carved on the front of the lantern to scare away evil and unwanted spirits.


Speaking of! There's still time to drop off your pumpkins for our in-store contest!

Samhain Sabbat Sale

Sunday, September 31st

Every Sunday that falls before or on one of the eight Sabbats, everything in our catalog is 10% off! Take advantage of this opportunity to stock up on your magickal essentials! Discounts apply to all store merchandise For online sales, discounts are not reflected online but adjusted to credit card charges when order is processed.

November Workshops

MPRC Public Discussion
The MPRC holds public discussions on random subjects pertaining to paganism and/or alternative beliefs every first Thursday of the month (except July and August). The structure remains open and informal where every opinion is welcomed
Topic TBA
Thursday, November 4th 6:30-8:30pm FREE

Psychic Development I (Catharine)
Discover the many ways we receive our psychic gifts. Intuition, Clairvoyance, Clairaudience, Channeling etc. Practical exercises to help identify your particular gift. Discussion and questions answered. There will be a guided meditation and message circle where everyone will get psychic messages from Catharine!
Thursday November 4th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm $40

Heart Chakra (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Heart Chakra dealing with love, devotion, compassion, healing, comfort, harmony, grief and emotional pain. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a pillow or blanket or yoga mat to sit on.
Friday, November 5th, 7-9pm $30

Reiki Level One (Robyn)
Join us in this intensive course to learn all you need to know to become a First Degree Reiki Practitioner. Topics covered will include: the history and origins of Reiki, the ethics of being a Reiki practitioner, what the hand positions are in a full Reiki session, how to treat others as well as yourself, and formal initiation to the Usui Shiki Ryoho style of Reiki using the American Reiki Mastery Association's style of initiations. Ample time will be given for practice as well. Please note that this workshop is held outside the store at Montreal Reiki's private clinic.
Saturday November 6th, 11 am-5 pm $150

Tarot Spreads & Readings - Catharine
In this workshop we will explore various tarot spreads. There will be practice readings with guidance and feedback.
Wednesday, November 10th , 6 pm - 9 pm $40

Throat Chakra (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Throat Chakra dealing with communication, expression, responsibility, truth & lies, faith, your true nature and the lies we tell ourselves. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation
Thursday, November 11th, 7-9pm $30

Psychic Development 2 (Catharine)
Take the next step in your development by exploring multiple ways of receiving messages and visions. We will do more in depth work with meditation, energy work and practice readings on each other. Guided meditation and message circle follows, where everyone will get psychic messages from Catharine!
Thursday, November 11th, 7 pm - 9 pm $40

Introduction To Incense Making (Eric)
Incense. This simple word can stimulate the senses in ways that few words can. What is better than lighting incense to set the mood, purify, and make an offering? In this workshop, you will learn about the different types of incense, how to make them, how to use them and we will offer recipes of commonly used incense and references for you to use. This workshop is free but please register ahead of time so we know how many packages to prepare.
Saturday, November 13th, 1-3 pm FREE

Astrology Intensive (Catharine)
Saturday, November 13th, 12 to 5pm $75


Chris Lee Past Life Talk
Friday, November 12, 2010 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.. $20
Saturday, November 13th - one on one past life regression
$100 / session for those who attend the Friday conference ($150 otherwise)

Ever wondered why:
Some people are more talented than others? …. PAST LIVES!
Some people that you meet you feel instantly close to (or vice versa), even though you have only just met them? …. PAST LIVES!
Some people have unusual fears or phobias that cannot be traced to any incidents or traumas in this life? …. PAST LIVES!

Chris Lee has experienced thousands of past lives with his clients and will share many of their interesting stories with you at this talk.
Canadian International Hypnotherapist, Past Life egressionist/Progressionist

During this TALK you will learn:
* What Reincarnation is about How visiting Past Lives has helped change the lives of his clients
* How Past Lives affect your weight, smoking, migraines, talents, fears, phobias, persistent aches/pains
* How to improve your memory, talents and health


The art of paper making (Diane)
Come learn the art of papermaing, it's simple, fun and easy! Discover the different textures and combinasion that you can make, using old note books, rests of gift wraping paper, plants and flowers...and also how to make your own starch using potatoes...to give your paper a certain tonus. in brief...hours of pleasure for infinite possibilities! Jeans and t-shirt are good to wear for this activity
Thursday, November 18th, 7-9pm $30

L'art de faire son papier (Diane)
Venez apprendre et pratiquer l'art de faire votre propre papier, c'est simple, agréable et facile ! Découverez les différentes matières que vous pouvez utiliser, les combinaisons possibles, en utilisant des vieux cahiers, restes de papiers d'emballage, fleurs et plantes séchées, aussi comment faire votre propre féculent liquide pour donner à votre papier un certain tonus..... Bref, des heures de plaisir pour d'infinies possibilitées! jeans et t-shirt sont appropriés pour cet activitée... Au plaisir de vous y rencontrer...
Thursday, November 18th, 7-9pm $30

Tarot Part 1 - Major Arcana (Catharine)
This is a beginner workshop to help people chose, protect, and work with their tarot deck. Within this workshop, students will explore the archetypes of the Major Arcana
Thursday, November 18th, 7-9 pm, $40

Third Eye Chakra (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Third Eye Chakra dealing with inspiration, intellect, awareness, psychic abilities, and the illusion of separation. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation
Friday, November 19th, 7-9pm $30

Psychic Development I (Catharine)
Discover the many ways we receive our psychic gifts. Intuition, Clairvoyance, Clairaudience, Channeling etc. Practical exercises to help identify your particular gift. Discussion and questions answered. There will be a guided meditation and message circle where everyone will get psychic messages from Catharine!
Saturday November 20th, 12-2 pm $40

Psychic Development 2 (Catharine)
Take the next step in your development by exploring multiple ways of receiving messages and visions. We will do more in depth work with meditation, energy work and practice readings on each other. Guided meditation and message circle follows, where everyone will get psychic messages from Catharine!
Saturday November 20th, 3 pm - 5 pm $40

Reiki II (Robyn)
This course is only open to Reiki practitioners who have already received their First Degree of Reiki. Topics covered will include Reiki symbols and their uses, long-distance treatments, mental/emotional healing treatments, mind-to-mind techniques, chakra harmonization, Crystal grids and 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.
Please note that this workshop is held outside the store at Montreal Reiki's private clinic
Saturday November 20th, 11 am - 6 pm $250

Tarot Symbolism 101 - Catharine
This workshop will explore the classic symbolism found in tarot cards, with further feedback on the symbolism of your own deck (the deck you bring).
Wednesday, November 24th, 6 pm - 8 pm $40

Tarot Part 2 - Minor Arcana (Catharine)
This is a beginner workshop to help people chose, protect, and work with their tarot deck. Within this workshop, students will explore the archetypes of the Major Arcana.
Thursday November 25th, 7 pm - 9 pm $40

Crown Chakra (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Crown Chakra dealing with Spirituality, higher self, thought, divinity, enlightenment, and attachments. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation
Friday, November 26th, 7-9pm $30

Tarot Part 1 - Major Arcana (Catharine)
This is a beginner workshop to help people chose, protect, and work with their tarot deck. Within this workshop, students will explore the archetypes of the Major Arcana
Saturday November 27th, 12 - 2 pm, $40

Tarot Part 2 - Minor Arcana (Catharine)
This is a beginner workshop to help people chose, protect, and work with their tarot deck. Within this workshop, students will explore the archetypes of the Major Arcana.
Saturday November 27th, 3 pm - 5 pm, $40

Melange Magique's Annual Yule Fair
Saturday - Sunday December 4th & 5th
Yule and Christmas can sometimes be a mixed bag of gifts. Snow is on the way, the pressures of holiday shopping can reach frenetic levels, and the promise of visiting relatives and far-flung friends can be a joyful thought, but maybe tinged with some dread. For us, the promises of Yule include all those things, but it also gives us a chance to reconnect with our traditional family of friends that we see during the Yule Fair. The Concordia University Pagan Society (CUPS) started the first Yule Fair and ran it successfully for five years. Since then, the MPRC and Melange Magique have taken up its tradition, providing a place where pagan friends can congregate in a familiar spot, socialize and share, and exchange warm wishes for the season. Call us corny if you must, but we find great comfort in that idea, which is why it’s such a pleasure to bring this event to you. We hope that you enjoy all the activities, lectures, vendors, and friends that you will meet and reconnect with during this Yule Fair.
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Samhain recipes

Samhain, one of my personal favourite sabbats, holds some of the more unique flavours of the season. Mixtures of apples, nuts, spices, squash, pumpkin, and others when combined fill the air with an aroma that can't be described as anything other than autumn.
The feasts held for Samhain are in respective celebration in honouring the deceased and the anticipation for the cycle to start again.

As the main meal I have no set recipes, but I do recommend anything with squash, turnips, corn, and/or pork.


Lamb's Wool

2 pints ale
8 tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp ginger
Pinch cinnamon
Pinch clove
6 cooking apples

Pour ale into saucepan and heat gently until it bubbles. Stir in sugar and spices, and cook on low for 30 minutes.
Cut apples into slices without stems and seeds. Place in heatproof dish with a bit of water and bake uncovered on low until soft. Removes apples and place in punch bowl.
Remove spiced ale from heat. Pour mixture over warm apples. Serve warm.


Colcannon

10 large potatoes
1 head cabbage
1 onion (or scallions or chives)
1 1/3 cup milk
1 stick (1/2 cup) butter or margarine
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Wash and peel potatoes. Remove eyes of sprouts and any green and cut into quarters. Boil.
Wash and chop cabbage and onion. Put into pot with potatoes. Cover and cook for 25 minutes or until tender.
Drain and return to pot. Mash (or whip) and stir in milk butter salt and pepper.


Pumpkin Muffins

2 cups flour
2tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 stick butter or margarine
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup buttermilk
2/3 cup cooked mashed pumpkin
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp dark molasses
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 ginger
1/2 tsp cloves (or allspice)

In a small bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs and buttermilk. Add flour to form a batter.
Preheat oven to 375F. In a medium bowl mix the pumpkin, brown sugar, molasses, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves til blended. Stir into the batter.
Bake for 15-17 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

Makes about 12 muffins.


Have a tasty Samhain!

Pumpkin Carving Contest

Starting Saturday October 23rd through Saturday October 30th,
We will be accepting carved pumpkins.
Feeling crazy? Creative? Silly?
Show us what you can do!
Drop off your carved pumpkin to decorate our store.
The winner to this contest will be announced Samhain October 31st.
Winner will receive a store gift certificate.

Helmut & Co. workshop

As with herbs and stones, metal has it's place in magic. Whether it's for health, prosperity, love, protection, divination, or just a simple ritual, metals can play a large role.

Forty years ago Helmut began trade as a blacksmith. Thirty years ago Helmut started crafting for the pagan community. Come join us in celebrating 30 years of Helmut & Co. production of fine ritual tools!
To mark the occasion we are playing host to Helmut & Co. Metal and Magic Workshop on Saturday, October 30th 2:00-4:00pm ($40)

Thirty years of making ritual tools, research, and experimentation have taught me that when it comes to metal, magic follows a predictable pattern of behaviour linked to it's state. In this workshop, I will describe these properties and how they affect the ritual and magical use of metal for today's practitioners.

Hope to see you there!

Novenas !!

It has been a very long while that we have been unable to obtain novena candles. These are tall seven-day candles in glass jars.

We still cannot obtain the novenas that are printed, however we do now have in stock colored glass novenas in eight different colors.

New In Store

Sabbats & Seasons Series for little Pagans!

Collect all EIGHT Sabbats & Seasons Series for Little Pagans featuring Elsie and Pooka illustrated by Lora Craig-Gaddis. Elsie is a little witch girl of about five years old and Pooka is her black kitty. Charming stories, recipes, games and activities.

Honouring Ancestors

As Samhain approaches, we at The Magical Blend / Le Melange Magique transform our public altar for an occasion for honoring the ancestors.

Come in and light a candle for your dearly departed and write a small note within our Ancestral Book. Take the moment to say the things you wanted to say and to honor them in your own way.

For those interested in working with their ancestors, you might want to sign up for the following workshop:

Working With Your Ancestors (Eric)
From the early days of humanity, religion and spirituality have played a key role in the development of our specie. Over the past millenia, in our culture, a lot of knowledge was lost due to fear, incomprehension and lust for power. Working with your ancestors can bring back not only knowledge of yourself but knowledge of the world as well. In this workshop, you will learn how to connect with your ancestors, how to build a relationship with them and how to work with them
Saturday, October 23rd, 1-3 pm
FREE but pre-registration is required.

Montreal Witches Ball Masquerade Ball / Bal masqué des sorcièr

Friday, October 29th 2010
Sala Rossa (4848 Blvd St. Laurent)

Samhain Ritual/rituel (free/gratuit): 7pm
Celebration: 8:30pm (18 years/ans +)

Wear your wildest masks! / Portez vos masque les plus fantastiques!
Prizes and raffles! / Prix a gagner

Music spun by / Musique par: DJ Marcus Aurelius
Bring your drums! / Apportez vos djembes!

$10 advanced purchase / payer à l'avance
$15 at the door / à la porte

Sponsored by / Presente par:
Montreal Pagan Resource Centre Centre de Resource Paienne de Montréal

Tickets on sale HERE and The Magical Blend!!

October Workshops

MPRC DISCUSSION NIGHT
The MPRC holds public discussions on random subjects pertaining to paganism and/or alternative beliefs every first Thursday of the month (except July and August). The structure remains open and informal where every opinion is welcomed
Topic: Ethics and Conflict Management
Date: Oct.7th, 2010 at 18h45-20h45
Location: (MPRC) Melange Magique; 1928 Ste-Catherine Ouest, Montreal
Cost: Free
Let's discuss: Conflict Management - Festival Ethics - Problems With Semantics (in and outside liturgy) - Coven/Grove/Group Ethics - The Importance of Virtues - Conflicting Leadership & Authority Roles - When your personal practices are at odds with a groups - How you react to an antagonist in a group - Misplaced Pride - When is honesty too much? - When is "pressing buttons" more valuable than silence/when is silence more valuable than one's opinion?

Reiki Level One (Robyn)
Join us in this intensive course to learn all you need to know to become a First Degree Reiki Practitioner. Topics covered will include: the history and origins of Reiki, the ethics of being a Reiki practitioner, what the hand positions are in a full Reiki session, how to treat others as well as yourself, and formal initiation to the Usui Shiki Ryoho style of Reiki using the American Reiki Mastery Association's style of initiations. Ample time will be given for practice as well. Please note that this workshop is held outside the store at Montreal Reiki's private clinic.
Saturday October 9th, 11am-5pm $150

Tarot Part 1 - Major Arcana (Catharine)
This is a beginner workshop to help people chose, protect, and work with their tarot deck. Within this workshop, students will explore the archetypes of the Major Arcana
Saturday October 9th, 12-2pm, $40

Tarot Part 2 - Minor Arcana (Catharine)
This is a beginner workshop to help people chose, protect, and work with their tarot deck. Within this workshop, students will explore the archetypes of the Major Arcana.
Saturday October 9th, 3-5 pm $40

Root Chakra (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We begin with the Root Chakra dealing with grounding, stability, survival, and fears. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation This Chakra Workshop Series is offered every Friday starting October 15th for 7 weeks. Each week will focus on one Chakra. Pre-registration is a must. Please wear comfy stretchy clothes & bring something to sit on (cushion of yoga mat). Please also bring your own tea cup or mug as each session starts with chakra-appropriate tea meditation. Cost is $30 per week (totaling $210) however if you register for all seven at once the cost is $150 (save $60).
Friday, October 15th, 7-9pm $30

Psychic Development I (Catharine)
Discover the many ways we receive our psychic gifts. Intuition, Clairvoyance, Clairaudience, Channeling etc. Practical exercises to help identify your particular gift. Discussion and questions answered. There will be a guided meditation and message circle where everyone will get psychic messages from Catharine!
Saturday October 16th, 12-2 pm $40

Psychic Development 2 (Catharine)
Take the next step in your development by exploring multiple ways of receiving messages and visions. We will do more in depth work with meditation, energy work and practice readings on each other. Guided meditation and message circle follows, where everyone will get psychic messages from Catharine!
Saturday October 16th, 3 pm -5 pm $40

Is My House Haunted? - Catharine
There are spirits in every home. While some help us, others hinder and "haunt". Come find out the signs and what you can do.
Thursday October 21th, 7 pm - 9 pm $40

Navel Chakra (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Navel Chakra dealing with confidence, creativity, pleasures, passions, and guilt. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation
Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a pillow or blanket or yoga mat to sit on.
Friday, October 22nd, 7-9pm $30

Working With Your Ancestors (Eric)
From the early days of humanity, religion and spirituality have played a key role in the development of our specie. Over the past millenia, in our culture, a lot of knowledge was lost due to fear, incomprehension and lust for power. Working with your ancestors can bring back not only knowledge of yourself but knowledge of the world as well. In this workshop, you will learn how to connect with your ancestors, how to build a relationship with them and how to work with them
Saturday, October 23rd, 1-3 pm
FREE but pre-registration is required.

Tarot Spreads & Readings - Catharine
In this workshop we will explore various tarot spreads. There will be practice readings with guidance and feedback.
Saturday, October 23rd, 12 - 2 pm $40

Tarot Symbolism 101 - Catharine
This workshop will explore the classic symbolism found in tarot cards, with further feedback on the symbolism of your own deck (the deck you bring).
Saturday, October 23rd, 3 - 5 pm $40

Spiritual Stress Reduction Workshop - Catharine
In this workshop we will discuss the spiritual causes of stress. Guided visualizations, cleaning techniques, herbs and other remedies for stress will be explored.
Thursday October 28 th, 7 pm - 9 pm $30

Solar Plexus Chakra (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Solar Plexus Chakra dealing with willpower, self-control, self-awareness, strength, and shame. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation
Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a pillow or blanket or yoga mat to sit on.
Friday, October 29th, 7-9pm $30

Metal and Magic (Helmut)
Thirty years of making ritual tools, research and experimentation have taught me that when it comes to metal, magic follows a predictable pattern of behaviour linked to its physical state. In this workshop, I will describe these properties and how they affect the ritual and magical use of metal for today’s practitioners.
Helmut started blacksmithing forty years ago, and this year celebrates his thirtieth year of making metal work for the pagan community.
Saturday October 30th 2-4pm $40

Psychic Practice Circle - Catharine
This is a workshop open to everyone who has the desire to practice their intuitive skills. You will be guided to do various types of readings on each other - so come on out!
Saturday October 30th, 12 pm - 2 pm $25

Mediumship Circle - Catharine
Bring your photos and objects of loved ones passed and we will help you receive messages from the other side.
Saturday October 30th, 3 pm - 5:30 pm $40

Luna for Halloween

Come see our beautiful Samhain / Halloween displays... and the kitten that accentuates them all!

Chakra Exploration and Celebration

Root Chakra (Scarlet) Friday October 15th
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We begin with the Root Chakra dealing with grounding, stability, survival, and fears. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation
This Chakra Workshop Series is offered every Friday starting October 15th for 7 weeks. Each week will focus on one Chakra. Pre-registration is a must. Please wear comfy stretchy clothes & bring something to sit on (cushion of yoga mat). Please also bring your own tea cup or mug as each session starts with chakra-appropriate tea meditation.
Cost is $30 per week (totaling $210) however if you register for all seven at once the cost is $150 (save $60).

Other Chakra Items

• Root Chakra Candle
• Chakra Gemstone Bracelet
• Chakra Crystal Balancing Kit
• Chakra 50-card Deck
• Chakra Oil Collection
• Chakra Banner
• Root Chakra Meditation Kit
• Chakra Tea for the Root Chakra
• Wheels of Life Chakra Book
  

Bardic Entertainment Fundraiser

An evening of music, song, storytelling, and magic to raise funds and awareness for the Gaia Gathering pagan conference in May 2011.

Time: October 23 · 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Atwater Library
1200 Atwater
Montreal, QC
Facebook Event page

Featuring: Hobbes • Alex Del Busso • Shayne Gryn • LC • Triskalia • and much more!

Tickets sold @ / Billets en vente @:
Melange Magique (1928 Ste. Catherine Street West, Montreal)
Charme et Sortilège (4933, Rue De Grand-Pre, Montreal)
$10 advanced purchase
$15 at the door

Did you know? What can you do?

Did you know that there are many other holidays in October than just Canadian Thanks Giving and Halloween/Samhain? Here are some from history and today:

Sukkot ("Tabernacles") - A harvest festival that also commemorates the forty years the children of Israel spent in the Sinai desert on the way from Egypt to Israel. Temporary huts (singular "suka," plural "Sukkoth") are built and used during this festival for meals and other family activities. The open roof is covered with branches and decorated with fruits. Religious Jews must have a lulav and an etrog to bless for Sukkot. The etrog is a citron. The lulav is a sort of wand made up of a palm branch, myrtle and willow (arava), which together make up the "four species" of plants that must be represented.

Sukkoth, Passover and Shavuoth ("Weeks') were the three most important holidays in ancient Israel, since a pilgrimage to Jerusalem was mandatory on these holidays. The last day of Sukkoth is Hoshanah Rabba. It is a Sabbath day on which no work is done, in honor of the willow, the hoshana. According to some traditions, the book of life is sealed on Hoshanah Rabba. The day after Sukkot (two days abroad) is Shmini Atsereth, which coincides with Simchat Torah, described below. [September/October]

Simkhat Torah. - The rejoicing of the Torah immediately follows Sukkot and celebrates the end of the annual cycle reading the Torah and its immediate re-commencement. All the scrolls of Torah, followed by the children singing and dancing, are paraded seven times around the synagogues. [October]

Ludi Augustales – October 3-12 Following his predecessors Sulla and Caesar, games were held in Augustus' honor starting in 11 BC. It became a ten-day event under Tiberius. Usually only the last day featured chariot racing.

Meditrinalia – October 11 To Jupiter, in his form as the wine-god, and Meditrina, goddess of healing and medicine.

Eid El Fitr which comes after Ramadan.. People eat special cookies. This holiday is for the Muslim Egyptians. It is a three days holiday, on the first day at dawn all men, (and women if they want to), go to the mosque to pray. and usually you are invited to lunch at uncles, aunts, or friends. (approximately October 13th)

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Canadian Thanks Giving (October 11th, 2010)

The origins of Canadian Thanksgiving are more closely connected to the traditions of Europe than of the United States. Long before Europeans settled in North America, festivals of thanks and celebrations of harvest took place in Europe in the month of October. The very first Thanksgiving celebration in North America took place in Canada when Martin Frobisher, an explorer from England, arrived in Newfoundland in 1578. He wanted to give thanks for his safe arrival to the New World. That means the first Thanksgiving in Canada was celebrated 43 years before the pilgrims landed in Plymouth, Massachusetts!

Read more: Canadian Thanksgiving | History | Tradition | Harvest Festival | Thanksgiving Day | Holiday http://www.kidzworld.com/article/2614-canadian-thanksgiving#ixzz10wED5Dbj

What can you do?
Harvest from local farmers. Share a feast with family.
Look for colored leaves to decorate your home with.
Engage in an exercise of gratitude. What is that? Each day in October from the 1st to the 11th (Thanks Giving), write down something you are grateful or thankful for in your life. Share this list at your Thanks Giving feast.

Salt Lamps in Our Window!

Himalayan Rock Salt is a natural ionizer or air purifier to improve the quality of the air in any room. Why not place one in your ritual space, meditation space, bedroom... Let them give the air in your home invigorating freshness, reminiscent of the forest of seaside outdoors after a spring rain shower. It is suggested to use these especially if you suffer such ailments as allergies or asthma.

They are a harmonious peach/coral color. When lit they glow warmly to create a refreshing, calm, tranquil, meditative space.

We have three sizes of lamps complete with light fixtures ($39.95, $34.95, and 24.95) and candle holders ($9.95).

Quantities are limited, so get them while they still grace our window!

New In Store

New Incense blends:
Sweetgrass, Oakmoss-Sandalwood,
Cedarwood-Amber, and Country Garden



Offering bowls of various sized and colors in onyx and marble.
Perfect to represent Earth on your altar with some salt within
or on any shrine for sacred offerings.



Multicolored onyx chalices in two sizes.
Match them with some bowls.

Start of October Workshops!

Numerology Workshop - Catharine
This workshop explores how numerology works, covering life path numbers and the ways in which they relate to astrology and tarot.
Saturday October 2nd, 3 pm - 5 pm $40

MPRC DISCUSSION NIGHT
The MPRC holds public discussions on random subjects pertaining to paganism and/or alternative beliefs every first Thursday of the month (except July and August). The structure remains open and informal where every opinion is welcomed
Topic: Ethics and Conflict Management
Date: Oct.7th, 2010 at 18h45-20h45
Location: (MPRC) Melange Magique; 1928 Ste-Catherine Ouest, Montreal
Cost: Free
Let's discuss: Conflict Management - Festival Ethics - Problems With Semantics (in and outside liturgy) - Coven/Grove/Group Ethics - The Importance of Virtues - Conflicting Leadership & Authority Roles - When your personal practices are at odds with a groups - How you react to an antagonist in a group - Misplaced Pride - When is honesty too much? - When is "pressing buttons" more valuable than silence/when is silence more valuable than one's opinion?

Root Chakra (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We begin with the Root Chakra dealing with grounding, stability, survival, and fears. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation This Chakra Workshop Series is offered every Friday starting October 8th for 7 weeks. Each week will focus on one Chakra. Pre-registration is a must. Please wear comfy stretchy clothes & bring something to sit on (cushion of yoga mat). Please also bring your own tea cup or mug as each session starts with a chakra-appropriate tea meditation. Cost is $30 per week ($30 x 7 weeks totaling $210) however if you register for all seven at once the cost is $150 (save $60).
Friday, October 8th, 7-9pm $30

Reiki Level One (Robyn)
Join us in this intensive course to learn all you need to know to become a First Degree Reiki Practitioner. Topics covered will include: the history and origins of Reiki, the ethics of being a Reiki practitioner, what the hand positions are in a full Reiki session, how to treat others as well as yourself, and formal initiation to the Usui Shiki Ryoho style of Reiki using the American Reiki Mastery Association's style of initiations. Ample time will be given for practice as well. Please note that this workshop is held outside the store at Montreal Reiki's private clinic.
Saturday October 9th, 11am-5pm $150

Tarot Part 1 - Major Arcana (Catharine)
This is a beginner workshop to help people chose, protect, and work with their tarot deck. Within this workshop, students will explore the archetypes of the Major Arcana
Saturday October 9th, 12-2pm, $40

Tarot Part 2 - Minor Arcana (Catharine)
This is a beginner workshop to help people chose, protect, and work with their tarot deck. Within this workshop, students will explore the archetypes of the Major Arcana.
Saturday October 9th, 3-5 pm $40

Mabon recipes

The second harvest is upon us! If you don't have anything ready yet to reign in the autumn equinox, don't worry about it. The recipes are much like the ones for Lughnasadh as they are both harvest occasions. No need for anything fancy, relax!

Pumpkin Bread with Cranberries
2 1/4 cups flour
1 tbsp pumpkin spice
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 cup sugar
1 3/4 cup pumpkin purée (15oz can)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup fresh or dried cranberries

Combine flour, spice, baking powder, and salt in bowl. Stir to blend the dry ingredients well. Combine eggs, sugar, pumpkin, and oil in a mixing bowl, beating until smooth. Stir in flour mixture, then stir in cranberries. Spoon into a greased and floured loaf pan. Bake at 325° for 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes or until done.

Classic Stew
*If through belief or diet issues you cannot/will not eat meat, simply replace the beef with mock-chicken or tofu.

1 1/2 lbs beef, chunks
1 large onion, chunks or diced
6 to 8 carrots, cut
8 to 10 medium potatoes, cut
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Brown beef on medium heat, cover with 8 cups cold water. Bring water to boil. Add onion, carrots, potatoes, salt and pepper. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 2 to 3 hours til done.

For dessert..
Caramel apples, squash pies, nut mix.. these are just a few of the many harvest snacks.

Enjoy and have a merry Mabon!

Introducing "Luna"

We are pleased to introduce Luna, the newest addition to the Le Melange Magique family. A big thanks to everyone who participated in the contest to find our girl a name - the response was overwhelming, with over 200 entries online and in-store. Luna was by far the most popular suggestion, with the winner of our $100 gift certificate randomly drawn from the suggestions for that name. Don't be surprised if you ever drop in and hear her referred to as "Smudge", however, as she has a special ability to miraculously appear on any black chair you are about to sit on!

Arrrr Maties! Sunday September 19th be Special

Sunday Sabbat Sale Day

This Sunday September 19th from 12-5pm
Everything in store 10% off !!

And as a treat, we developed a specialty tea blend for the Sabbat! Every Sunday Sabbat Day will see the manifestation of Sabbat related tea blends. Try our Mabon Tea (Pumpkin spice black tea with Cranberry Apple)!

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Local Events of Interest

Public Mabon Ritual
Hosted by: CUPS (Concordia University Pagan Society)
When: Sunday September 19th 4-6pm
Where: Melange Magique (1928 St-Catherine West, Montreal)
What to bring: YOU! Feast and feast gear. This means food to share (ideally Mabon related foods and drinks) and your own cup, plate/bowl, and utensils.


Gaia's Bardic: Fundraiser for Gaia Gathering Pagan Conference 2011

An evening of music, song, storytelling, and magic to raise funds and awareness for the Gaia Gathering pagan conference in May 2011.

Time: October 23 · 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Atwater Library
1200 Atwater
Montreal, QC
Facebook Event page

Featuring: Hobbes • Alex Del Busso • Shayne Gryn • LC • Triskalia • and much more!

Tickets sold @ / Billets en vente @:
Melange Magique (1928 Ste. Catherine Street West, Montreal)
Charme et Sortilège (4933, Rue De Grand-Pre, Montreal)
$10 advanced purchase
$15 at the door

* if you register for Gaia Gathering at the door, you will receive the discount off the early-bird fee equal to the fee of your Bardic ticket! *

Montreal Witches Masquerade Ball 2010

Friday, October 29th 2010
vendredi, 29 octobre, 2010
Sala Rossa (4848 Blvd St. Laurent)
Facebook Event page

Samhain Ritual/rituel (free/gratuit): 7pm
Celebration: 8:30pm
(18 years/ans +)

Wear your wildest masks! / Portez vos masque les plus fantastiques!
Prizes and raffles! / Prix a gagner
Music spun by / Musique par: DJ Marcus Aurelius
Bring your drums! / Apportez vos djembes!

Tickets sold @ / Billets en vente @:
Melange Magique (1928 Ste. Catherine Street West, Montreal)
Charme et Sortilège (4933, Rue De Grand-Pre, Montreal)
$10 advanced purchase
$15 at the door

Sponsored by / Presente par:
Montreal Pagan Resource Centre
Centre de Resource Paienne de Montreal

New Products In Store!

Beatutiful and thick Celestial Throws of 5 different styles.







And a shining selection of brassware: incense burners of great variety and sizes, as well and lovely light boxes and pots... even some copper bowls (but those are selling VERY fast!)

The Magical Blend - 19 years!

Thank you to everyone for helping us celebrate our 19th year!

We brought in our 19th anniversary with new stock, sales, and a speech from two lovely authors and friends Adelina St-Clair and Arin Murphy-Hiscock. Everyone had a wonderful time speaking with them all afternoon. Thanks you two!



Everyone met our newest addition, the currently nameless gorgeous little kitten. She was loved and spoiled within an inch of her life. She is now very comfortable in our store after the great greeting you all gave her. And thank you all for the great name suggestions! We're trying to pick one so the name should be out shortly.





Here's to nineteen years and many more!

Fairies, Dragons & Kitties--- Oh My!

New Fairies just in this week!



New Dragons, excellent as altar or bedroom protectors!



New Kitty thinking of using a pendulum to divine her own new name...



Caught snoozing in a basket! She wakes and looks over coyly. "Aren't I cute?"



Scarlet (me) and our sweet old man, Tequila. He needs lovings too.

Help Us Celebrate Our 19th Anniversary - Saturday Sept. 11th

Le Melange Magique's 19th Anniversary!
Saturday September 11th

Free Workshop & Book Launch
Surprise Sales - Wine & Cheese

Keynote Conference
Walking a Path of Peace and Tolerance
Join local authors Adelina St.Clair and Arin Murphy-Hiscock as they discuss the challenges of publicly practicing an alternative spiritual path in a cynical world. Both Adelina, a Christian witch, and Arin, a Wiccan High Priestess, have successfully published books about their paths and experiences, and they invite you to come share an afternoon of discussion and exploration of such themes as respect, tolerance, outreach, courage, and spiritual support.
Panel 1 pm - 3 pm
Book Launch & Signings 3 pm - 4 pm

Meet Our New Familiar & Help Name Her

Win A $100 Gift Certificate!

This lovely and affectionate 6 month old kittie will be joining our resident cat Tequila today and as part of our 19th anniversary celebrations, we are asking for your help in naming her! Drop into the store and meet this adorable girl, and if the Muses inspire you, fill out a form with your suggestion for her name. Entries will not be accepted after Saturday September 11th and the winner will receive a $100 gift certificate to Le Melange Magique.

Entries are in-store only and no purchase is required. One entry per person please.

New powder!

We have a new powder in store!

Diatomaceous Earth Powder is a powder first discovered in the Haußelberg Hills in Germany and initially used as a fertilizer and in pancake batter, simply because of it's resemblance to limestone and cornmeal. It's properties are now known and can be used for several different purposes.

Used in anything from toothpaste to metal polisher, face scrubs to insecticide, and cat litter to insulation. It has now worked it's way to Le Melange Magique where we use it for purification and the removal of negativity and the evil eye.

Sprinkle it around the outside of your property, in the corners of your home, around windowsills and on door frames, or even on your doorstep to help keep your home clear of negativity.

Warning; as it is used in the products listed above be careful not to inhale or ingest and not to let it get into any cuts or scrapes you may have.