Lore and Activities for March

March -- Mars' month

Middle English March(e)
Anglo-French March(e)
Old English Martius
Latin Martius "of Mars"
Latin Marti(s) "Mars" + -us (adj. suffix)
Latin Martius mensis "month of Mars"

Until ~700BC March was the start of the year and the beginning of the war season.
Martius has always had 31 days.

Mars is the Roman god of war. He is identified with the Greek god Ares. Mars was the son of Juno and Jupiter and second only to his father in importance for Roman soldiers.

Many of Mars' festivals included dances performed by the Salii or "leaping priests" who were young men clad like Latin warriors. These festivals were mainly carried out during the first month of the Roman Calendar: Mars (March). The dancers not only called upon Mars but also Saturn, the God of sowing to expel all the evil spirits who had entered the city during the winter. The 'leaping' in the dances was to stimulate growth.

Spring Festivals in Honour of Mars
There were several spring festivals in honour of this Roman god.

• March 1st - The Feriae Marti celebrations. This festival lasted throughout most of the month with repeated rituals conducted by the "leaping priests" until the 24th March.
• March 9th and 24th - As with on the first day of the month, the "leaping Priests" leapt their way through Rome, performing complicated ritual dances and chants at certain points en-route. After these rituals, the priests would retire to enjoy a feast of fairly luxurious standards.
• February 27th and March 14th - the Equirria festival during which horse races were held.
• March 19th - the Quinquatrus: this festival was sacred to Minerva, during which, women would consult fortune-tellers and diviners. The festival which lasted four days would culminate in the hunting of wild beasts, an exhibition of plays and contests of orators and poets.
• March 23rd the Tubilustrium at which festival, weapons and war trumpets were cleansed.
• March 16th - 24th - Fast days
• March 25th - the Hilaria or "Festival of Joy" when the Romans broke their fast for the Festival of Joy.

Born in March?

Birthstone: Aquamarine
Flower: Daffodil, Hyacinth, Cherry Blossom
Tropical Zodiac: Pisces (February 19 to March 20) and Aries (March 21 to April 19)
Sidereal Zodiac: Aquarius (February 13 to March 14) and Pisces (March 15 to April 13)


Other Events in March

*St. Patrick’s Day March 17th (Christian celebration of the patron saint of Ireland)
*Hanami (Japanese celebration of viewing the cherry blossoms)
*Ostara (Spring Equinox March 20th - Pagan celebration of the Ukrainian Spring Goddess, Oestre)


What you can do in March!

Start in indoor garden. Get small starter pots, fresh earth and seeds. Plant your wishes and see them grow!! Grow herbs that meet your needs: lavender for tranquility, chamomile for calm, mint for money, chives for strength and endurance.

Start dancing lessons, like Irish or Scottish dancing.
- Bernadette Short School of Irish Dancing Montreal
- Montreal Highland Dancing Association

Celebrate Minerva between March 19 and 22 by seeing a clairvoyant. We host three within the store: Catharine, Samara, and Rina. Call to make an appointment (514-938-1458).

Attend the Atwater Poetry Project’s next readings on Thursday, March 11th at 7:00 pm. Readings by: Anne Compton and James Langer. (http://www.atwaterlibrary.ca/en/node/28)


Discover Québec’s oral heritage through this special activity presented as part of the Discovering Legends with Jean-Claude Dupont exhibition. In the Museum’s archaeological remains, storyteller Eric Michaud will share Québec legends, and historian Jacques Lacoursière will explain their origins. Sunday, March 21, 2 p.m.
http://www.pacmusee.qc.ca/pages/Expositions/temporaires/a_venir.aspx?lang=EN-CA

Attend the St. Patrick’s Day parade in downtown Montreal on Sunday March 14th starting at Atwater Street around 11:00am.

Start your egg decorating!


INFORMATION RESOURCES
http://www.crowl.org/Lawrence/time/months.html#March
http://words.inpurespirit.com/22/the-meaning-of-march/
http://www.bukisa.com/articles/135717_mars-mythology-and-astrology-and-festivals-associated-with-mars

Lots of new jewelry

How does one chase away the end-of-February blahs? With shiny jewelry, I say! We've just received in a nice selection of fine pewter jewelry in all sorts of designs:

• Pentagrams
• Fairies
• Egyptian
• Celtic crosses
• Celtic knotwork
• Dragons
• Goddesses
• Amulets

And as if that weren't enough, we always have a wide variety of Crystal Earth Studio's fine stone & silver jewelry, colorful designs by Hermit Studios, as well as simple stone jewelry made by a local artisan (*ahem*).

Wishful Thinking

With Ostara on the way and spring just around the corner, now is the perfect time to perform spells for luck, prosperity, and fulfilling wishes. The fertile energy of buds blooming and revitalizing energy of the sun help to bring wishes into fruition.

One way to harness this energy is by writing a wish and planting with a seed in a flower pot. As you nurture and care for your growing plant, you will in turn nurture and care for your desires. If gardening is not quite your thing, write your wish in a book dedicated to expressing your desires. Feel free to come to the store and write your wish in our Wish Book of Shadows located in the Le Mélange Magique Public Altar Space.

We wish you the best of luck in your endeavors, and a prosperous and successful year!

Upcoming Spring Workshops

Gung Hei Fat Choi! Happy Chinese New Year! We are entering the Year of the Tiger, a year of courage and fiery will. Everyone seems to have a general good feeling about the year to come, and I for one agree.

We're already thinking ahead to the coming spring, and so here is a list of our upcoming workshops!

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 February 18th, 7:00 - 9:00 pm $40

Intro to Crystal Healing (Robyn)
There are many ways one can explore alternative healing these days, but one of the more popular and easily accessible ways is the laying on of stones on the body to re-align energies, combat maladies and increase the body's natural harmony. Join us in this introductory workshop to learn more about this peaceful mode of healing
Saturday February 20th, 1:00 -3:00 pm $30

Element Series: Water (Amanda)
Natural elements are a foundational underpinning of many esoteric traditions. In this series of classes we will explore the ones commonly associated with the five points on the witches’ pentacle using activities designed to bring us in tune with their energies. We will also explore their history, magical associations, and some common symbology. Each class will focus on a separate element. The course is designed as a series that builds over eight weeks, but they can be taken individually.
Thursday February 25th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm $30

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!
Thursday February 25th, 7:00 pm -9:00 pm $20

Psychic Development 1 (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 February 27th, 1:00 pm -3:00 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 February 27th, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm $40

Reiki Share (Robyn)
Are you a Reiki practitioner looking to practice your skills? This is the event for you! Now offered on a monthly basis, you will be able to come and exchange Reiki sessions with other Reiki practitioners with help and supervision from a Reiki Master of the Usui Shiki Ryoho tradition. This is an excellent way to gain confidence in your skills as a healer and to connect with other students of Reiki. Please RSVP early, as space is limited.
Saturday February 27 1-4 suggested donation $10

Pagan Discussion Night
Our Pagan/Alternative Spirituality Identities: Internal and External Perceptions
Let’s Discuss: How we see ourselves living our paganism/alternative beliefs (As practicing individuals, In our personal circles of family and friends, As students, As professionals), How we see ourselves as “communities” or movement (Personal Covens or spiritual groups, Cultural influences on our beliefs (QC-Ont. Example), Is there a “need or want” for community/unity?), How the outside sees “us” / their misconceptions and our reputation (Are we still perceived as ‘evil worshippers’?, Are we seen as simply following a “freak” belief system?, Is the outside opinion important or not? Should we care?, Discussing our beliefs, still the taboo subject?, Should we “advocate” as once happened in the early movement?)
Thursday March 4th, 6:30-8:30pm Free

Psychic Development 1 - 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 March 4th, 7-9pm $40

Knowing the Difference - Greg Stroll
How does one know the difference between warning signs of mental illness and the growing desire to explore psychic abilities and the paranormal? When does someone cross the line from the realm of the psychic into self-delusion, or even mental instability? These and similar questions will be approached from a rational understanding of both sides of the coin. How to practice securely with all these doubts and fears as well as knowing what the actual risk factors may be are both prevalent on most people's minds before they get involved. Knowing the difference can really make an impact on your ability to engage a spiritual side of yourself that mainstream reality would tell you to keep hidden. Join Greg Stroll, author of In the Heart of Fear One forgets One's Self, to explore these questions.
Friday, March 5th, 7-9pm $30

Spellcraft 101 (Bilingual) - Brenda & Francois
Casting spells can sometimes seem difficult. There is the general misconception that spells must be complicated and intricate, and that only a special few know how to craft a spell properly. In actuality, all it takes is a little knowledge and knowing how to do your own research. Spellcraft 101 introduces you to the basics of magic and the crafting of spells. A few of the topics to be covered are: Magic and how it works, timing your spell, simple ingredients and how to craft your own spell. Spellcraft 102 expands on the ideas covered in spellcraft 101 . We will discuss planetary hours, moons through the zodiac, a few more advanced ideas in spell crafting and more. // Lancer un sortilège peut parfois sembler difficile. Certains croient faussement que la création d'un sortilège est très complexe et que cet art n'est connu que de très peu. En fait, les seuls pré-requis sont quelques notions de base et savoir comment faire ses recherches. Le cours Sortilèges 101 vous introduira aux bases de la magie et de la conception des sortilèges. Parmi les sujets qui y seront abordés sont: La magie; comment elle fonctionne, quand faire vos sortilèges, les ingrédients de base et comment créer votre propre sortilège. Au cours de la formation Sortilège 102 seront ensuite approfondies les notions vues dans le cours précédant. Les sujets tels que les heures planétaires, les lunes à travers le Zodiaque et d'autre notions avancées viendront peaufiner votre formation dans l'art de créer vos sorts.
Monday, March 8th, 7-9pm $35 (or $30 if sign up for 101 & 102 together)

Element Series (Earth) - Amanda
Hide quoted text - Natural elements are a foundational underpinning of many esoteric traditions. In this series of classes we will explore the ones commonly associated with the five points on the witches’ pentacle using activities designed to bring us in tune with their energies. We will also explore their history, magical associations, and some common symbology. Each class will focus on a separate element. The course is designed as a series that builds over eight weeks, but they can be taken individually.
Thursday, March 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 March 11th, 7-9pm $40

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. Time will be given for practice as well.
Saturday, March 13th, 11am-6pm $150

Reiki Share - Robyn
Are you a Reiki practitioner looking to practice your skills? This is the event for you! Now offered on a monthly basis, you will be able to come and exchange Reiki sessions with other Reiki practitioners with help and supervision from a Reiki Master of the Usui Shiki Ryoho tradition. This is an excellent way to gain confidence in your skills as a healer and to connect with other students of Reiki. Please RSVP early, as space is limited.
Saturday, March 20th, 1-4 $10 suggested donation

Spellcraft 102 (Bilingual) - Brenda & Francois
Casting spells can sometimes seem difficult. There is the general misconception that spells must be complicated and intricate, and that only a special few know how to craft a spell properly. In actuality, all it takes is a little knowledge and knowing how to do your own research. Spellcraft 101 introduces you to the basics of magic and the crafting of spells. A few of the topics to be covered are: Magic and how it works, timing your spell, simple ingredients and how to craft your own spell. Spellcraft 102 expands on the ideas covered in spellcraft 101 . We will discuss planetary hours, moons through the zodiac, a few more advanced ideas in spell crafting and more. // Lancer un sortilège peut parfois sembler difficile. Certains croient faussement que la création d'un sortilège est très complexe et que cet art n'est connu que de très peu. En fait, les seuls pré-requis sont quelques notions de base et savoir comment faire ses recherches. Le cours Sortilèges 101 vous introduira aux bases de la magie et de la conception des sortilèges. Parmi les sujets qui y seront abordés sont: La magie; comment elle fonctionne, quand faire vos sortilèges, les ingrédients de base et comment créer votre propre sortilège. Au cours de la formation Sortilège 102 seront ensuite approfondies les notions vues dans le cours précédant. Les sujets tels que les heures planétaires, les lunes à travers le Zodiaque et d'autre notions avancées viendront peaufiner votre formation dans l'art de créer vos sorts.
Monday, March 22, 7-9pm: $35 (or $30 if sign up for 101 & 102 together)

Element Series (Ether) - Amanda
Natural elements are a foundational underpinning of many esoteric traditions. In this series of classes we will explore the ones commonly associated with the five points on the witches’ pentacle using activities designed to bring us in tune with their energies. We will also explore their history, magical associations, and some common symbology. Each class will focus on a separate element. The course is designed as a series that builds over eight weeks, but they can be taken individually.
Thursday, March 25th, 7-9pm $30

Reiki Level Two - 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.
Saturday, March 27th, 11am-6pm: $250

Psychic Development 1 - 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 March 27th, 12-2pm: $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 March 27th, 3-5pm: $40

2010 calendars and agendas are now on discount

2010 is well underway, and with the Year of the Tiger beginning on Sunday, it has been decided that we will mark down all of this year's calendars and agendas by 40%!

We still have many fine selections to choose from, but they will sell out quickly! Don't wait to come snatch your favorites!

Relief Results!

A heartfelt congratulations and 'thank you' goes out to all the volunteers and donors from this weekend's Divine Relief fundraiser. Together we raised over $1 300 to benefit the Redcross relief work for victims of the earthquake in Haiti. As the government of Canada is matching all donations made up until February 12th, this means our contribution will make up $2600!

I think we'll all be able to smile about that for a while.

In especial I want to express my gratitude to Catharine Allan for all the work she did to pull this together. She really gave a lot of her time and energy to make this event a success. So too did JD Hobbes of the MPRC. On behalf of the Montreal community, THANK YOU!

Events This Weekend!

There are special community events at Le Mélange Magique Saturday, February 6th and Sunday, February 7th. Don't miss out!

Public Imbolc Ritual
Saturday, February 6th starting at 2:30pm

"Saving the Seed Corn"
February is the time of retreat, contemplation, and discipline.
Beyond our eyes, growth is still happening deep under the snow-covered ground.
We need to be patient to ensure an abundant future: we cannot squander our seed corn.

To bring:
A handful of pennies and a drinking vessel for ritual
Optional: Drum, rattle, pillow
Recommended: Finger food to share and eating utensils
Donations appreciated!


Divine Relief Fundraiser
Sunday, February 7th from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Public Ritual to follow at 5:00pm

Lend a helping hand to Haiti in their time of need by having your fortunes read! Catharine Allan, the Montreal Pagan Resource Center, Montreal Diviners, and Le Melange Magique will be hosting a day of tarot readings, divinations, and Reiki, with all proceeds to be donated to the Red Cross (redcross.ca).

There will be an opening prayer led by Catharine Allan to kick off the event at 12pm, and a public ritual by Hobbes of the MPRC to close the event at 5pm for all who want to attend them.

*Next weekend:
Friday February 12th: Life & Training of a Contemporary Druid, 7-9pm
Saturday February 13th: Introduction to Druidry, 10am - 5p
(Registration with payment due by February 10th!)

Anna Riva Books Are In Stock!

We have received books by Anna Riva! Back in print, these books are a spellcraft must-have for reference to rituals, prayers, candles, seals, herbs, incense, and oils.

Our stock now includes:

The Modern Witchcraft Spellbook*
Spellcraft, Hexcraft, and Witchcraft*
New Revised Helping Yourself with Selected Prayers Vol 1 & 2*
Powers of the Psalms*
Devotions to the Saints
Candle Burning Magic*
Secrets of Magical Seals*
The Modern Herbal Spellbook*
Magic with Incense and Powders
Golden Secrets of Mystic Oils Revised Edition*

Get your copy while supplies last!

*These books are not available on our website yet. Feel free to e-mail us to add them to your online order or call us to have one put aside for you to pick up.

Sabbat Sale this Sunday!

Don't forget to come in and get all your ritual supplies for Imbolc this Sunday!

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 are not reflected online but adjusted to credit card charges when order is processed.

Crescent Moon School Open House

CMS OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION

Come one and come all to the CMS Open house evening. See what the students from three levels of study have been working on all Autumn & Winter! 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 pm - 9 pm FREE

CMS Level 1 starts Wednesday February 10th
Every Wednesday for 20 weeks (6 pm - 9 pm)
$300 (in three payments of $100)

Divine Relief Fundraiser

Many of us are horrified by what has happened to those living in Haiti and are trying to think up ways to help out. Come consult Montreal's top diviners as they donate their time, talents and services to raise funds to help with the recovery in Haiti. Catharine Allan (river-rain.com), the Montreal Pagan Resource Center (MPRC), Montreal Diviners and Le Melange Magique will be hosting a day of tarot readings, divinations, and Reiki, with all proceeds to be donated to the Red Cross (redcross.ca).

Sunday February 7th 2010, 12pm - 4pm

The day will open at 12 with a prayer led by Catharine, and there will be a public Pagan Ritual led by Hobbes at 5pm.

Dedicate your heart to the Earth this Valentines' day!

Have you been looking into studying a natural path of spirituality, but weren't sure what it was all about? Ever wondered what modern Druids practiced? Now is your chance! On Valentines' weekend we will be hosting Ivan and Fearn from the Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids from the Green Mountain Druid Order who will be giving both an introductory overview as well as a full day exploration of the Druid's path.

Friday February 12th: Life & Training of a Contemporary Druid, 7-9pm

An inspiring power point presentation exploring the magical, mysterious and empowering world of modern Druidry and the Green Mountain Druid Order.

($10 donation suggested)

Saturday February 13th: Introduction to Druidry, 10am - 5pm

What is the Druid's path? How do we become fully aware, alive and empowered as Caretakers of the Earth? How do we prepare for the earth changes? Fearn and Ivan will teach and guide a full day exploration into the magical world of the Druid; including the Awen, the power of truth sharing, journey to our inner grove to find our power and meet our guides, Earth Mysteries and the Brigid's Flame Ceremony.
$75

To sign up to either of these wonderful events, call us at the store at 514-938-1458. As space is limited, please try to register as early as possible!

Workshops for 2010 so far!

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 January 16th, 11 am - 5 pm $150

Introduction to Paganism & Wicca (Scarlet)
This is you chance to ask those burning questions about Paganism. Is it a religion? What are the basic beliefs? Where does it come from?
Saturday January 16th, 4 pm FREE

I Have a Rock...now what? (Sam)
Wondering whether to use a rough stone or a tumbled stone? Maybe you want to know how to cleanse different stones. Having trouble remembering which one does what? Discuss the answers to these questions and learn how to incorporate stone-work in your life.
Tuesday January 19th, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $30

Spellcraft 101 BILINGUAL (Brenda & Francois)
Wednesday January 20th, 7 pm - 9 pm
$35 or sign up for 101 & 102 and pay $30 each

Introduction to Crystal Healing (Robyn)
There are many ways one can explore alternative healing these days, but one of the more popular and easily accessible ways is the laying on of stones on the body to re-align energies, combat maladies and increase the body's natural harmony. Join us in this introductory workshop to learn more about this peaceful mode of healing
Thursday January 21st, 7 pm - 9 pm $30

Developing a Daily Practice (Amanda)
Daily spiritual practice is a commitment to self-care, as well as personal and spiritual growth. Depending on your tradition and beliefs, it may also be a commitment to your gods, coven- or Craft-mates. For a daily practice to work for you, it has to be something that satisfies your spiritual goals and that you enjoy. It also must fit into your daily life. In this workshop, we will discuss some of the reasons for undertaking a daily practice, as well as its most common forms and commonly-encountered obstacles. We will then develop individual plans for starting, and maintaining, a daily spiritual practice.
Thursday January 21st, 7 pm - 9 pm $25

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!
Thursday January 21st 7 pm - 9 pm $20

Reiki Share (Robyn)
Are you a Reiki practitioner looking to practice your skills? This is the event for you! Now offered on a monthly basis, you will be able to come and exchange Reiki sessions with other Reiki practitioners with help and supervision from a Reiki Master of the Usui Shiki Ryoho tradition. This is an excellent way to gain confidence in your skills as a healer and to connect with other students of Reiki. Please RSVP early, as space is limited.
Saturday January 23rd, 1 pm - 4 pm $10

Spellcraft 102 BILINGUAL (Brenda & Francois)
Wednesday January 27th, 7 pm - 9 pm
$35 or sign up for 101 & 102 and pay $30 each

Psychic Development 3 (Catharine)
For everyone who has completed level 1 and 2 this workshop is available to you! We will begin to give readings to each other and you will be guided to go deeper into what you sense. We also will talk about ethics, how, what,if and when to tell others what you see for them. This is meant to be intensive so there will be no more than 4 people in the course at a time
Thursday January 28th, 7 pm - 9 pm $ 40

Element Series: AIR (Amanda)
Natural elements are a foundational underpinning of many esoteric traditions. In this series of classes we will explore the ones commonly associated with the five points on the witches’ pentacle using activities designed to bring us in tune with their energies. We will also explore their history, magical associations, and some common symbology. Each class will focus on a separate element. The course is designed as a series that builds over eight weeks, but they can be taken individually.
Thursday January 28th, 7 pm - 9 pm $30 (for $120 for all 5 classes)

CMS OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION
Come one and come all to the CMS Open house evening. See what the students from three levels of study have been working on all Autumn & Winter! 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 pm - 9 pm FREE
** please note that only 8 students will be accepted into Level 1 **

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.
Saturday January 30th, 11 am - 5 pm $250

SNEAK PEAK @ FEBRUARY!!

Tue Feb 2 IMBOLG DAY

Tue Feb 2 Dark Side of Faerie (Sam) 6:30-8:30pm $30
Wed Feb 3 CMS Level 1 starts and is every Wednesday for 20 weeks 6-9pm $300 (in three payments of $100)
Thu Feb 4 Psychic Dev 1 (Catharine) 7-9pm $40
Thu Feb 4 MPRC Discussion (Humanity’s Quest for Enlightenment/Ascension) 6:45-8:45pm FREE
Thu Feb 11 Element Series: Fire (Amanda) 7-9pm $30
Thu Feb 11 Soul Mates (Catharine) 7-9pm $40
Fri Feb 12 Life & Training of a Contemporary Druid (OBOD - Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids) 7-9pm $10 donation
Sat Feb 13 Reiki 1 (Robyn) 11am - 5pm $150
Sat Feb 13 Introduction to Druidry (Ivan & Fearn of OBOD- Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids) 10am - 5pm $75

Sun Feb 14 VALENTINE'S DAY

Thu Feb 18 Psychic Dev 2 (Catharine) 7-9pm $40
Sat Feb 20 Intro to Crystal Healing (Robyn) 1-3pm $30
Thu Feb 25 Element Series: Water (Amanda) 7-9pm $30
Thu Feb 25 Psychic Practice Circle (Catharine) 7-9pm $20
Sat Feb 27 Psychic Dev 1 (Catharine) 1-3pm $40
Sat Feb 27 Psychic Dev 2 (Catharine) 3:30 - 5:30pm $40

Blue Moon

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31ST @ 14H14 (2:14PM), 2009
NEW YEAR'S EVE

An uncommon astrological event spurs the term "Once in a Blue Moon" to mean not very often. This is due to the infrequency of a second full moon occurring within a single calendar month. There are approximately 41 Blue Moon within each century.

This is a time to harness the strength of the full moon and make the rare suddenly very possible. Enact great change in your life, make a wish, do something you would only do "Once in a Blue Moon" and ENJOY it!

For news on this event see the following article:

Lunar event happens ‘once in a blue moon’

• Phenomenon has nothing to do with color, everything to do with time

By Naomi Klouda
Homer Tribune

While a blue moon consistently gives poets fodder and feeds the imagination of stargazers, its presence is a scientific marker for a rotating earth that by its own clock, ignores the Julian calendar.

And only once in every 20 years, the blue moon appears on New Year’s Eve, as it will this year.
“The moon is out of phase with the days – for it to make its complete cycle it’s about 28 days. It doesn’t coincide with our month, and that’s why it is out of sync with our Julian calendar,” explained retired high school science teacher Bob Hartley “It’s simply the occurrence of two full moons in one month.”

The moon brings with it heightened energy for tides and ushers in new weather patterns. This year’s tide will be minus 4.5 feet, the lowest of the month, at 8:18 a.m. on Dec. 31. High tide that day will be 20.8 feet at 1:37 p.m., though it isn’t the month’s highest tide.

----- rest of the article can be read by CLICKING HERE -----

Boxing Weekend Sales!

This weekend we will be offering
10% off everything in our store's usual catalog
BOTH Saturday AND Sunday.
Plus, as an added bonus, there will be a
liquidation table with items up to 75% off!!
Come on in and check it out!

Video Journal of the Yule Fair by April-Anna

Its not too late!

Don't panic!! If you are a last-minute shopper, we still have plenty of wonderful gift ideas for you in store:

jewelry * bath bombs * body products
* candles * tarot sets * pendulums*
crystal balls * trinket boxes * glass teapots
* tea * oil & oil diffusers * incense & incense holders *
wind chimes * chakra meditation kits * and much more!!

Sunday Sabbat Sale

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 are not reflected online but adjusted to credit card charges when order is processed.

Find out more in our Yule Sabbat Shop!

Magic of Snow

Ever consider the wondrous and miraculous world of snow and snowflakes? Every snowflake is unique. By some miracle they crystallize into forms that are NEVER the same twice. This miracle lends its magic to the mystical sparkling of the snow through the crystalline reflections. They are magic, magic you can share with your children, too.

Here are some ideas of things to do with kids and the magic of the snowflake.

Teach them about the first man to photograph the snowflake: Wilson Bentley. (http://snowflakebentley.com) This man managed to photograph the snowflake in the early 1920's. Draw snowflakes or use white chalk on dark blue construction paper. Do snowflake cut outs too!



Other fun things to do include these fun stocking stuffers:
- little snowman kit
- little Christmas tree kit

Enjoy the beauty of our snow. Step out in the evening and see the glittering magic of the snowflakes upon the ground.

Holiday Shopping & Weather

Snow snow and more snow! Dress for the weather, winter has arrived!

Our hours are fluctuating to accommodate the holiday season. Starting December 16th our hours will change.

Wednesday through Friday December 16th - 18th open 10:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday December 19th open 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday December 20th open 12:00 - 5:00pm
Monday through Wednesday December 21st - 23rd open 10:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday (Christmas Eve) December 24th open 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friday (Christmas Day) December 25th CLOSED
Saturday (Boxing Day) December 26th open 12:00 - 6:00pm
Sunday December 27th open 12:00 - 5:00pm
Monday through Wednesday December 28th - 30th open 10:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday (New Year's Eve) December 31st open 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friday (New Year's Day) January 1st CLOSED
Saturday January 2nd open 12:00 - 6:00pm

After January second we return to our regular hours.

CHRISTMAS GIFT RETURN POLICY

• there are no refunds, only exchanges with receipt, with original packaging and in good condition (no exceptions)
  
• no exchanges on December 26th or 27th
• exchanges possible right through till January 10th for items bought throughout December
• items not returnable include: herbs, resins, oils, teas, and incense
  

Have a very happy and safe holiday shopping!

Thank You!

On behalf of all of us who attended the Yule Fair this past weekend, a very heartfelt wish of gratitude goes out to everyone who made this our best one yet!

Scarlet
Hobbes
Sam the Elf
Jorn Samsguy
Debra
Yan & Jessie

To our courageous staff who held the fort all weekend, a special thanks goes out to

Brenda
Francois

Thank you everyone who came to the wonderful talks, the exciting vendors room, the guest dinner, and the lovely Yule Ritual! See you all again soon!

Yule Fair Surprises!

Discount Days!

Huzzah! Huzzah! There will be a celebration of -10% throughout the weekend to kick off the Yule season shopping for gifts! Come celebrate with us!!


Dinner with the Authors!

Join us SATURDAY, December 5th, after the fair. We will pilgrimage a couple blocks away to have dinner at Angela's Restaurant. This restaurant predominantly caters to Italian foods, but has a remarkably wide variety of other foods, including vegetarian. We will be arriving there shortly after 6pm. The address is: 1662 boul de Maisonneuve Ouest. If you wish to call and find out more about their menu, you can reach them at 514-933-2000. Let them know you are with Scarlet's Group!

The Yule Fair Schedule is now available!

Have you been looking forward to the Fair as much as we have? Now you can find out what's going on at which time by checking out the speakers' schedule on our main website. You can also choose to view the schedule as a PDF, too!

Wow! Just one more week! I can't wait!

It's getting closer to Yule by the day!

Boy, its been a little while since we've posted, hasn't it? That's because we've been busy preparing for the Yule shopping season, and we have all sorts of new things in, and with much more to come in the next few weeks, this promises to be a very exciting holiday indeed.

New Books:

Field Guide to the Little People, by Nancy Arrowsmith
A unique guide into the realm of elves, faeries, hobgoblins and other not-so mythical creatures. This guide was originally published in 1977 by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Now, revised by Arrowsmith, it is available again at long last.

Palmistry: The Universal Guide, by Nathaniel Altman
This accessible encyclopedic guide will take you through the fundamentals of using hand analysis to provide insight into everything from relationships and sexuality to career and spiritual fulfillment.

Writing the Divine, by Sara Wiseman
This book guides the reader through channeling and channeled writing, including what to expect when first starting out. You will learn to use a journal for spiritual growth and to manifest your goals through writing.

Cunningham's Book of Shadows, by Scott Cunningham
Recently discovered in a battered manila envelope, this previously unpublished manuscript was penned by Scott in the late 1970s or early 1980s. This rare book includes original spells, rituals, and invocations and an herbal grimoire. Featured in the design are Scott''s actual hand-written notes and hand-drawn signs, symbols, and runes.

New Products:

The Buddha Board Box
This box set includes a reusable Buddha Board and a bamboo brush for painting designs with water that will slowly fade away. This serves as a reminder to clear your mind, let go, and begin anew. It also contains a book within, called The Art of Letting Go, which is a wonderful meditative journey and guide to finding a little bit more of that inner calm we all so crave.

Meditative Mazes & Labyrinths
Throughout history, cultures around the world have used mazes and labyrinths as tools to help calm and center the body, mind and spirit. Today we can meditate on these ancient symbols for healing, spiritual growth, guidance and transformational change. This box set includes a book of the history of mazes, colored pencils and the outlines of 80 mazes and labyrinths to aid youi on your journey.

Mandala Astrological Tarot
Created by renowned astrologer and tarot expert A.T. Mann, this box set includes a full 78 card tarot book and a beautifully color-illustrated book to provide clarity and guidance for your tarot readings.

Coming Soon:

more sage smudges
Badger Balms
Shoyeido's traditional Japanese incense
more stones
singing bowls
witch balls
inspiration tree balls
more calendars
gargoyles
chalices
and much much more.

Don't forget! Our Yule Fair is only 2 weeks away! Come visit on December 5th and 6th to check out the crafts of many local artisans, meet Judika Illes, Brendan Myers, Rob St. Martin and Arin Murphy-Hiscock. There will be all sorts of workshops and panel discussions, all for FREE!

It's that time of year again! Come join us for our annual Yule Fair and see what the community has to offer. We will have local artisans and diviners selling their goods and services. There will be various free panel discussions and workshops. Take this opportunity to meet authors Judika Illes, Brendan Myers, and Arin-Murphy Hiscock. Pick up unique and handcrafted holiday gifts for your loved ones, then participate in the public Yule Ritual on Sunday December 6th at 6:00. Stay tuned for an updated events list!

Kabbalah: The Best Kept Secret

The Montreal chapter of the Kabbalah Center will be hosting a special event on called Kabbalah: The Best Kept Secret on Sunday, November 22nd at 2pm at the Centre St. Pierre (1212 Panet, Montreal, Qc H2L 2Y7)

Here is a little of the excerpt from their website:

Kabbalah: The Best Kept Secret is a live event that brings the power of Kabbalah to you. More than a scholarly presentation of Kabbalah, its an experience that will empower you to take your life to new heights using the secrets of this ancient wisdom.

In just 2 hours, you will learn the roots of lifes most enduring secrets and begin a journey that can change your life. A central teaching of Kabbalah is that you are destined to live a joyous, abundant life, free of chaos. We aim to show you how.

[...]

A few of the things you'll learn at Kabbalah: The Best Kept Secret:

• Make sense of the world around you and take control of your life
• Understand the nature of the universe and why you are here
• Take away practical, real-life tools that will help you deal with current challenges
• Learn your true destiny and start to live the life you were born to live

Upcoming Workshops for November

I Have a Rock (Sam)
Wondering whether to use a rough stone or a tumbled stone? Maybe you want to know how to cleanse different stones. Having trouble remembering which one does what? Discuss the answers to these questions and learn how to incorporate stone-work in your life.
Tuesday November 10th, 7 - 9 pm, $30


Exploring The 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.
Wednesday November 11th, 7 - 9 pm, $30


Psychic Development II (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 12th, 7 - 8 pm, $40


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 14th, 12 - 2 pm, $40


Psychic Development II (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 14th, 3 - 5 pm, $40


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.
Sunday November 15th, 11 am - 5 pm, $150


Exploring The 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
Wednesday November 18th, 7 - 9 pm, $30


Intro to Crystal Healing (Robyn)
There are many ways one can explore alternative healing these days, but one of the more popular and easily accessible ways is the laying on of stones on the body to re-align energies, combat maladies and increase the body's natural harmony. Join us in this introductory workshop to learn more about this peaceful mode of healing
Thursday November 19th, 7 - 9 pm, $30


Understanding and Clearing Karma(Catharine)
What is Karma? How do different traditions see it? Can we clear our Karma? There will be a meditation for clearing your Karma. We will also discuss finding ways to generate good karma.
Thursday November 19th, 7 - 9 pm, $40


Chakra Cleansing (Catharine)
Intro to energetic cleansing of the chakras. Guided meditation to cleanse
Saturday November 21st, 12 - 2 pm, $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 November 21st, 3 - 5:30 pm, $20


Reiki Share (Robyn)
Are you a Reiki practitioner looking to practice your skills? This is the event for you! Now offered on a monthly basis, you will be able to come and exchange Reiki sessions with other Reiki practitioners with help and supervision from a Reiki Master of the Usui Shiki Ryoho tradition. This is an excellent way to gain confidence in your skills as a healer and to connect with other students of Reiki. Please RSVP early, as space is limited.
Saturday November 21st, 1 - 4 pm, $10


Exploring The 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.
Wednesday November 25th, 7 - 9 pm, $30


Mediumship (Catharine)
Exploring what mediumship is and what it is not. We will attempt to contact those who have crossed over so you may bring a photo or an object of the person or pet if you wish. There will be a guided meditation, discussion and messages from spirit with Catharine.
Thursday November 26th, 7 - 9 pm, $40


Developing Daily Practice (Amanda)
Daily spiritual practice is a commitment to self-care, as well as personal and spiritual growth. Depending on your tradition and beliefs, it may also be a commitment to your gods, coven- or Craft-mates. For a daily practice to work for you, it has to be something that satisfies your spiritual goals and that you enjoy. It also must fit into your daily life. In this workshop, we will discuss some of the reasons for undertaking a daily practice, as well as its most common forms and commonly-encountered obstacles. We will then develop individual plans for starting, and maintaining, a daily spiritual practice.
Thursday November 26th 7-9pm $25


Attracting Love Workshop (Catharine)
How do we attract more love into our lives? Is there a magic solution? Is there something you're doing "wrong"? These are common questions we will explore as I help you to attract what you want! Meditations and Messages from Catharine will follow.
Saturday November 28th, 12 - 2 pm, $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 November 28th, 3 - 5:30 pm, $20

The Big Idea: Neo-Paganism

The radio station The Big Idea invited Scarlet and Hobbes to speak about paganism and the meaning of Halloween. The interview is available at The Big Idea website here:

http://bigideackut.blogspot.com/2009/10/neo-paganism.html


"This time we talk about contemporary Paganism and the pagan meaning of Halloween. I am joined by Scarlet Cougar from the Montreal pagan supply store Melange Magique (http://www.themagicalblend.com/) and Hobbes, a Pagan writer and storyteller involved in the Montreal Pagan Resource Center (http://www.paganuniverse.com/mprc/). We discuss what Paganism is, what it means to be a Pagan today and how they approach holidays we would not usually connect with anything too religious. Hobbes and I also sing a (somewhat altered) Christmas carol towards the end!"

A Halloween Treat

To celebrate one of the staff's favourite holidays, Melange is offering a Halloween treat to our customers! The Trick is that we ask you to arrive in your best costumes. Those adorning costumes* will receive 10% off on their purchase on October 31st!

*Please note, coming dressed as a muggle does not apply.

Book Explosion!

Opening the book shipment today revealed so many new books!! The genre focuses mostly on Ceremonial and Alchemical rare books from England, but also included some other genres and even one from a local author!

Please understand that rare books are exactly that, rare. This means that they are difficult to obtain and tend to be more costly, especially when imported over an ocean. Many of the books below are one time treasures and will not appear on our website. So drop into the store or call us to set one aside to add to your online order as soon as possible before they are all gone.

HERBAL BOOKS
The Green Wiccan Herbal
ISBN: 9781906525873 $26.95
Simple and colorful illustrations bring 52 herbs to life as Silja teaches herbalism, spell crafting and rituals in this book.

SPELL WORKING
Magick for the Kitchen
ISBN: 9780982397121 $22.95
This is not a cooking book. Instead it is a great collection of magick for the everyday witch who works with items common in their own kitchen!

The Spellcrafter's Reference
ISBN: 9781578634521 $21.95
Eileen Holland has produced some of our best reference collections. Here is yet another focusing on magickal timing.

Vodou Love Magic
ISBN: 9781594772481 $19.95
There is a shamanic aspect to Vodou. Learn about it and how to use the Lwa's in magical work for love.

Witch's Coin
ISBN: 9780738715872 $23.50
Yet another book by our very loved Christopher Penscak (who might be visiting us in the Spring of 2010). His newest book is about prosperity magic for abundant, balanced, healthy living.

PAGAN WAYS
Magic Words: A Dictionary
ISBN: 9781578634347 $30.95
This dictionary includes all sorts of magical words from the common "Amber" to the very odd "Iggly wiggly woo" to some we have heard before like "Shazam". Where do they come from? What do they mean? How are they used?

Hekate: Liminal Rites
RARE BOOK - $41.95
This is a study of the rituals, magic and symbols of the torch-bearing Triple Goddess of the Crossroads from Greek mythology. A must own by anyone studying liminality or ritual, or those walking a Greek Reconstructionist path of Paganism.

An Examen of Witches
ISBN: 9780486473581 $19.95
From the 16th century study of witchcraft series of books by Montegue Summers (such as Malleus Malificarum) comes this look of France's ruthless inquisitor, Henry Boguet.

Seidways
RARE - $45.00
Norse Shamanism has never been so well explored as it is in this book. Discover the world of possession and serpent mysteries.

Cunningham's Book of Shadows
ISBN: 9780738719146 $25.95
At last the unfinished manuscript of Scott Cunningham's Book of Shadows has finally been published. Llewellyn Publishing completed the unfished sections with excerpts from Cunningham's Guide for the Solitary Practitioner. A few selected covens have owned copies of this long before it came to print. One customer looking through the book commented how this book reflected a much more traditional aspect of craft, more than any of Cunningham's previous works. In his honor, This book is now available to all. (HARDCOVER)

Both Sides of Heaven
RARE - $44.95
This book is a collection of 18 essays exploring the origins, history, nature and magical practices of Angels, Fallen Angels and Demons.


CEREMONIAL, HERMETIC, ALCHEMICAL
Aleister Crowley: A Modern Master
RARE - $35.95
This is a biographical account of Crowley's life.

Mastering the Art of Ritual Magick: Volume II: Grimoire
RARE - $33.95
This is a "next step" kind of book for those practicing energy work, ritual, and magick... excellent for the intermediate or advanced practictioner.

The Secret Fire
RARE - $18.95
This is part of the Golden Dawn's Alchemical series. It's main focus is the chakras.

Book of Treasure Spirits
RARE - $44.95
This is a grimoire of magical conjurations to reveal treasures and catch thieves by invoking spirits, fallen angels, demons and fairies.

A Collection of Magical Secrets & A Treatise of Mixed Cabalah
RARE - $41.95
This is a collection of works from the Renaissance period in history about magic and spells through the eyes of Agrippa. The second part of this book explores the key of Solomon as related to the Cabalah.

Key of Solomon the King
ISBN: 9780486468815 $11.95
Dover Publishing has put out an inexpensive version of the Key of Solomon by MacGregor Mathers. It is a replacement to the now out of print favorite by other publishers.

Hermetic Alchemy: Science and Practice
ISBN: 9780982352113 $29.95
A publication by the Rosicrutian Order and the Golden Dawn is the second book in the series to The Secret Fire mentioned above.

Hermetic and Alchemical Writings of Paracelsus
ISBN: 9781578988341 $60.00
This two in one set of works was translated by E. Waite. Paracelsus was an alchemist from living from 1493 to 1541. This looks at his life as well as his written works in Alchemy and Hermetics.

NECRONOMICON
Necronomicon by Joshua Free
ISBN: 9780976170488 $53.95
A hard cover version of the Necronomicon.

Necronomicon
ISBN: 9780892541461 $150.00
This is a collector's edition of the Necronomicon that is hard cover, cloth bound.

New Stock in Store

Every now and then we get some new exciting items that must be announced. This is one of those days! We have new items from our Asian collections to tea collections!

From Our Tea Collection
Stunning Tea Pots with Cups
We have received three styles for our collection. Our two very popular styles being: the white pot and two cups designed in black vines and chrysanthemum ($21.95) AND The dark chocolate coloured pot with two cups and designed with pink cherry blossoms ($25.95). The new addition is a lovely dark brown pot with four cups (each cup glazed inside in an elemental color: yellow, orange, blue, green) for $29.95.

New Flavored Teas
Baroness Grey Tea: A more floral version of the Earl Grey. ($9.00/100g)
Lichee Congou: Fresh lichee flavor that is especially good with milk. ($9.00/100g)
Rose: Love is in the air with this rose flavored black tea! ($9.00/100g)
Tangiers Lemon White: A quality white tea with exquisite lemon notes. ($14.00/100g)

From Our Asian Collection
Laughing Buddha
This statue stands about 4 inches across on the base and about 3.5 inches tall. It is in red and gold with the happy fat Buddha made out of resin. He sells for $9.95.

He can grace any altar or shrine for meditation. How about for prosperity!? Many Asians place one in their home, office, or business in a large dish. The dish is filled to heaping with coins. Place your spare change around the laughing Buddha and encourage people to treat it like a wishing well for prosperity.

Zen Gardens
We have two new Zen gardens. One is the laughing Buddha who sits upon the sand with candles for $12.95. Our other is called the Candle Garden. It is a large wooden bowl with three candles and a collection of polished river stones. Such a lovely item for $15.95. Both beautiful pieces for a livignroom, meditation space, bathroom, or even the bedroom. Maybe add one as a center piece to the dining table.

Samhain Sabbat Sale

Have a shopping list of Samhain or Halloween treats? Visit us this Sunday, October 25th, and take advantage of our Sunday Sabbat Sale! Receive 10% off all store merchandise*!. We are stocked full with brews, candles, and books. Feel free to peruse and try one of our three new teas! Not able to come in? The Sabbat Sale Discount applies online as well!

Happy Halloween and Merry Samhain!!!


*does not apply to Robyn's Jewelry or Reader Consultations

Workshop Reminder

Mediumship Circle (Catharine)
Exploring what mediumship is and what it is not. We will attempt to contact those who have crossed over so you may bring a photo or an object of the person or pet if you wish. There will be a guided meditation, discussion and messages from spirit with Catharine.
Saturday October 24th, 1-4pm $50

Reiki Level Two (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.
Sunday October 25th,11-5pm,$250

Dark Side of Faerie (Samantha)
We have all seen images of happy, flighty faeries sitting on toadstools and amongst vibrant flowers. This is only one side of their vast world. I urge you to learn about the darker faeries from the old tales, when faeries were feared and offerings were not placed to attract but to protect yourself from them. Learn how to recognize warnings of their presence, what precautions to take, and what to do if you find yourself ensnared by their glamour.
Tuesday October 27 7-9 pm $30

Ancestral Shrines (Scarlet)
This time of year is especially focused on honoring ancestors while the veil between the worlds is thin and passable. This workship will help you design an ancestral shrine inspired by some cultures creations and means of honoring their dead.
Wednesday October 28th, 7-9pm $30

Past Lives Workshop (Catharine)
Discussion of theory of past lives, karma, remembering them, relationships from past lives and meditation/regression
Thursday October 29th,7-9pm $40

Meeting Your Spirit Guides (Catharine)
We each have multiple spirit guides around us. Some are our deceased loved ones, some are from other dimensions, some are angels and some are animals. Take a meditative journey with Catharine to identify your spirit guides!
Saturday October 31st, 3-5pm $40

Intro to Chakras (Scarlet)
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. Some meditation techniques will be discussed at the end of the workshop.
Wednesday November 4th, 7-9 $30

MPRC Discussion Night
Mythology and Legends: The value of storytelling
Every religion, faith or belief system has their myths, legends and stories. Why are we so attracted to them? How can classic epic stories such as King Arthur, The Arch of Noah, the stories of Heracles, Taliesin, Thor’s battle with the Giants, the adventures of Sigurd(Sigfried), so on and so forth, influence our value system? How were our ancestors influenced by such stories? Are these legends, myths and stories, holding any secret messages for us to discover? What has happened to our love of story-telling and how is our society shaped by the “old legends” today? How have these legends manifested themselves in the story-telling of today? How has pushing the limits of our imagination helped us understand the unknown?
Thursday November 5th, 6:45-8:45 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 5th, 7 - 9 pm, $40

Rune Workshop (Duncan)
Friday November 6th, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, $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 7th, 12 - 2 pm, $40

Psychic Development II (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 7th, 3 - 5 pm, $40

Explore Teas

We are promoting some of our lovely teas! This blog post features three exotic teas.You may purchase teas in packages of 25g, 50g, and 100g.

Royal Bangal Tiger Tea
British favorite blend that originates from Sri Lanka, India.
A Dimbula, Assam orange pekoe with hints of cinnamon, passion fruit, and mango.
This from the "colonies" tea is a deliciously mild spice and fruit flavoured tea.
Magical Properties: passion, exotic love, hunting love.

Shanghai Lichee Jasmine Tea
A premium sencha green tea that originates from the Hunan Province of China.
A wonderful synergy of sweet lichee flavour and gentle jasmine blossom.
Magical Properties: meditation, tranquility, soothing stress.

Hermes Orange Tea
A Japanese style sencha green tea that originates the Hunan Province of China.
This green tea has beautiful highlights of sunflower petals with the gentle intertwining flavours of orange and mandarin.
Magical Properties: Hermes is the god of medicine and swift messages, purification, energy

Steampunk In Montreal

More than just a literary genre!

Did you know that Steampunk derived from literature such as HG Wells' "The Time Machine" and "The Invisible Man"? Did you see such films as "The Time Machine" or "League of Extraordinary Gentlemen"? Have you explored the world of Anime: "Steamboy", "Last Exile", "Full Metal Alchemist"?

Steampunk is now also a style or fashion of clothing and accessories, even a style of life! How about home decor?!

Here are some interesting links:

• Steampunk Workshop
  
• Clockwork Couture
• Steampunk Emporium
• Steampunk Wikipedia
• Instructables: Steampunk
  

Here are out store we have also cater to the Steampunk folks!

We have books on Alchemy, stone lore, herb lore and ars magicka. We have some supplies that will fill any home with a mysterious feel.

We also have Steampunk specific jewelry courtesy of a local artisan and Reiki Master: Robyn Stroll. Here is a selection of some of what she has made for sale at the store.

Montreal Witches Ball 2009

Montreal Witches Masquerade Ball 2009
Bal masqué des sorcières de Montréal 2009

Friday, October 30th 2009
vendredi, 30 octobre, 2009
6pm - 1am
Visit the Facebook Event page!

6870, rue de Terrebonne, NDG
Vendome metro > 105 West/ouest until/jusqu'a Rosedale ,
walk North on until/ marche nord jusqu'a Terrbonne (2 blocks/coins de rue)

Samhain ritual/rituel (free/gratuit) : 6:30pm (18 years/ans +)
Celebration 8pm (open to all/ouvert à tous)

Tickets sold at/Billets en vente à:
Melange Magique
1928 Ste. Catherine Ouest
$10 ticket/billet, $12 at the door/à la porte

Outdoor Celtic labyrinth: open to all!
Labyrinthe celtique extèrieur: ouvert à tous!

Wear your wildest masks!/Porter vos masques le plus fantastiques!
Music spun by DJ / Musique par DJ
Bring your drums!/Apporter vos djembés!
Event is alcohol-free/Evenement sans-alcohole

Sponsored by/Presenté par:
Montreal Pagan Resource Centre
Centre de Resources Paienne de Montréal
www.paganuinverse.com/mprc/

Thanks!

We will be open all through this weekend and Thanksgiving Monday, so come in and escape the gloomy weather with us!

Ghosts in Montreal?

As we grow closer to Halloween, and the October chill and wind scatters the leaves from the trees, we begin to think more and more about ghosts and hauntings. Did you know that there are several famous ghosts lurking about right here in our city? Did you know there are events and activities that you can participate in to explore, learn and experience this fascinating side of our island?

Here are a few things you might want to consider:

How about visit The Haunted House for a spooky dinner?
http://www.go-montreal.com/haunted_house/index.htm

Read about some Haunted Places in Montreal @ Associated Content's article's page:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/624837/montreals_haunted_places.html

Why not go on a Haunted Tour of the Ghosts and haunted places in Old Montreal?
http://www.fantommontreal.com/en/halloween.htm

The last Sunday of the month at Hurley's Irish Pub on Crescent Street hosts an Irish Storyteller who is sure to have spooky tales from the Green Isles.
Sunday October 25th @ approximately 7pm

Lastly, keep watch for news about the rituals and events for Samhain here in Montreal.