June 2012 Workshops & Events

Reiki I (Robyn)

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

Saturday, June 2nd, 10am - 5pm  cost: 150$

Energy Work for Beginners (Monika)

If you are interested or have a piqued curiosity for energy work this is the place to start! Lecture and open panel conversation on what is energy work, how it can benefit all areas of your life. Will be touching base on different kinds of energy work. Come and see which is best suited for you!

Saturday, June 2nd, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm  cost: 10$

Chakra Workshop (Monika)

Are you ready for change? Are you ready to live your best life? Are you ready to take hold of your life and move into the next level to live abundantly? Come and learn how having a balanced chakra system can benefit your life, increase love, health and balance.

To be held every Thursday June 7, 14, 21, & 28 from 6:30- 8:30pm  cost:$160 (chakra booklet included)

Practical Sigil Magic (Matt)

In 1910 Austin Osman Spare presented a new magical technique to the world. One with which a magician could perform a potent magical act armed with no greater weapon than a pen and a piece of paper. Come out to learn how to construct, charge, and launch sigils.

Monday, June 11th, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm  cost: $35

Role of Handmaiden in History and Traditional Wicca & Witchcraft (Scarlet)

The history of the handmaiden is seen throughout our past. They were lady attendants, otherwise known as ladies in waiting, or handmaidens. In Japan, they served as concubines to the emperor. The history of the Robin (or Fetch or Page) is similar to that of the Handmaiden, except that it is a male assistant to a man. The role of the handmaiden in Wicca stems from the historical references to handmaidens in both the male and female sense. They were the intimate aid that was crucial for the smooth continuation of a practice. I propose to look at the various historical references and roles of the handmaiden (both male and female) as seen in history and compare these to the traditional practices of the handmaiden role in Wicca and Witchcraft. I will conclude with some of the issues and concerns facing this tradition in today's contemporary Pagan practices.

Thursday, June 14th, 7-9pm  cost: $25

FATHER’S DAY & SUNDAY SABBAT SALE

JUNE 17^th ALL DAY

10% OFF all items in store

Come see what we have for your dad!!

Qigong: Energy Play for Health, Power, and Virility (Matt)

For centuries the Chinese Taoist and Buddhist monks have been studying the body's energetic system. Join us to learn some simple techniques for improving your energy flow by removing energetic obstacles in your body leading to improved organ functioning, a higher rate of bodily comfort, and peace of mind.

Sunday, June 17th, 2-5 pm  cost: $35

MIDSUMMER (LITHA)

June20th all day

Have a Happy Holiday!!

NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY

June 21^st all day

10% off all sage smudges

Crafting Ritual: An Introduction (Amanda)

Ritual is a space in time carved out for spiritual or transformative work. It usually involves set forms to create and contain the energy of that moment; and is an integral component of many contemporary Pagan practices. This introductory workshop provides an overview of common ritual formats and some basic considerations when crafting a ritual for yourself or small groups.

Thursday, June 21st, 6:30-8:30pm  cost: $30

Reiki II (Robyn)

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

Saturday, June 23rd, 10am - 5pm  Cost: $250

ST-JEAN BAPTIST DAY

June 24^th CLOSED

GHAMBAR MAIDYOSHEM

Zoroastrian celebration of the creation of water and the sowing of summer crops.

In-store display featuring all water related products and ideas to keep cool this summer!

June 29th through July 3rd

Jewish Mysticism & Qabalah

Shavout is here, so we figured we'd give you the low-down on Jewish mysticism. According to Google's dictionary, a mysticism, in general, is defined as 'belief that union with or absorption into the Deity or the absolute, or the spiritual apprehension of knowledge inaccessible to the intellect, may be attained through contemplation and self-surrender.' Many world religions have mysticisms associated with them which draw on and interpret their common doctrine for this purpose. Judaism is one of them. Judaism's associated mysticism is known as Kabbalah. Kabbalah is very well-accepted for a mysticism; many Rabbis and other Jewish adherenets openly practice Kabbalah as a supplement to their normal practices. The goal of Kabbalah is generally thought to be ultimate understanding of the oneness and timelessness of the universe, but mileage may vary depending on the person practicing it. There exists a Christianized form of Kabbalah, which is generally referred to as Cabalah. Cabalah is much less accepted in tandem with other denominations of Christianity, but it has a good number of practitioners all the same. Qabalah is the practical application of Kabbalah for purposes of ceremonial magick. Qabalists need not be Kabbalists, or even Jewish adherents; in fact, most of Western magick is based on Qabalah in at least some respects. Qabalah rituals often involve summoning or calling upon the name of various angels and archangels, each of which rules some aspect of reality. Qabalah can be used for the purposes of ceremonial magick, but it may also be used to attain a greater general understanding of the universe around us and our place within it. These spellings are a rough rule of usage; many practitioners switch between them with relative freedom, without worrying much over specific letters. This is due to the difficulty of transliterating the original Hebrew word into Latin letters. Technically speaking, one could translate the original Hebrew letters into English as 'kabbalah', 'qabalah', or 'cabalah' with equal accuracy, since Hebrew letters do not distinguish between the 'ka', 'ca', and 'qa' sounds. Because of this, it is safe to assume that older books on the subject, such as the Sefer Yetzirah, are still Jewish in origin, even if they are marked 'Cabalah.' The books below are all associated with Qabalah, though many also bleed into Kabbalah-- in particular, note the Zohar and the Sefer Yetzirah, both of which are famous for forming the basis of Jewish Kabbalah. The Chicken Qabalah Of Rabbi Lamed Ben Clifford ($26.95) by Lon Milo DuQuette Sefer Yetzirah - The Book Of Creation - In Theory And Practice ($39.95) by Aryeh Kaplan The Bahir Illumination ($31.95) by Aryeh Kaplan Essential Zohar - The Source of Kabbalistic Wisdom ($21.00) by Rav P. S. Berg Godwin's Cabalistic Encyclopedia - A Complete Guide to Cabalistic Magick ($53.95) by David Godwin The Kabbalah Unveiled ($31.95) by S.I. MacGregor Mathers Mystical Qabalah (2nd ed.) ($25.95) by Dion Fortune Universal Meaning Of The Kabbalah ($27.95) by Leo Schaya The Witches Qabala: The Pagan Path and the Tree Of Life ($23.95) by Ellen Cannon Reed

For Mom

The above is for any online order placed through our website. Click above to go to the website.
Also for Mother's Day for those who come into the shop, get 10% off selected items for Mother's Day on Sunday all day only (May 13th, 2012).

We have Bath Salt just for MOM!! Also among the selected items are:

• Goddess Milk Bath
• Women's Spiritual Cleansing Bath Salt
• Moon Water
• Affirmation Blessed Herbal Candle for Inner Beauty
• Kwan Yin Goddess Candle
• Evolving Body Badger Balm
• Healing for Hardworking Hands Badge Balm
• Tension Soother Badger Balm
• TWO styles of pewter goddess pendants
• BOOK: Womanspirit Rising
• BOOK: The Goddess Companion
• BOOK: The Great Cosmic Mother

Don't forget the beautiful floral print cards by artist Tina Jory. Use one of these to send your mother a words of love and gratitude for all she has done for you.

M - O - T - H - E - R 
"M" is for the million things she gave me,
"O" means only that she's growing old,
"T" is for the tears she shed to save me,
"H" is for her heart of purest gold;
"E" is for her eyes, with love-light shining,
"R" means right, and right she'll always be,
Put them all together, they spell 
"MOTHER,"
A word that means the world to me.
Howard Johnson (c. 1915)

Suffering from chronic pain, anxiety or insomnia? Feeling the aftermath of an accident, a surgery or a non-physical trauma? Enjoying pregnancy but not the heavy legs coming with that state? All these situations, and more, are indications for osteopathic treatment.

Osteopathy is a manual medicine that focuses on the musculo-skeletal, the visceral and the nervous systems. It tries to eliminate the cause of a person's physical problems, and looks at the person in a holistic way. It opens up healing on deeper level: emotional, psychological, energetic and spiritual.

Valerie offers osteopathic treatments at the store on Thursdays, generally from 1-5pm. Special arrangements can be made if you call in advance and mention that you wish to speak with Valerie prior to booking an appointment. Otherwise, please call the store and give your preferred time slot to the staff.