As relief efforts are still underway in Japan so goes the sale of Kannon posters at Melange Magique!
All proceeds from each poster of Kannon, the Goddess of Compassion & Mercy, goes straight to the Red Cross to aid Japan.
With ongoing earthquakes and the ever present fear of radiation poisoning Japan is still in need of help. The photo is of a famous statue of Kannon taken in Japan and is just one of the beautiful things threatened by the earthquake. Help us help Japan; every little bit counts!
News, events, and other interesting tidbits of the goings-on here at our store.
Friday, April 08, 2011
Monday, April 04, 2011
World Health Day
Drop by the store later this week and be introduced to a new aspect of Melange Magique - Healers!
To celebrate all varieties of healers and health specialists for International World Health Day come in and view a free seminar all about alternative healing methods!
As well, our beloved Robyn Stroll with be here to give an Introduction to Reiki later in the evening at 7PM.
Hope to see you there!
To celebrate all varieties of healers and health specialists for International World Health Day come in and view a free seminar all about alternative healing methods!
As well, our beloved Robyn Stroll with be here to give an Introduction to Reiki later in the evening at 7PM.
Hope to see you there!
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Events to kick off April
Join us in store for our Penny Incense Day! On April 1st from 10AM to 12PM spend a penny for a package of our Mystery Blend incense! Limit one per client while supplies last
Also on April 1st help us raise funds for disaster relief for the people of Japan. Specially for Kwan Yin Day, from 12PM until closing (9PM) we will be selling photographs of the Japanese statue of Kannon. Each poster will be on sale for $8.00 and all proceeds will be donated to the relief effort through the Red Cross.
Bring your kids along on April 2nd for our Children's Book Day! All children's, teen, parenting, sticker/art books will be 10% off all day long!
Also on April 1st help us raise funds for disaster relief for the people of Japan. Specially for Kwan Yin Day, from 12PM until closing (9PM) we will be selling photographs of the Japanese statue of Kannon. Each poster will be on sale for $8.00 and all proceeds will be donated to the relief effort through the Red Cross.
Bring your kids along on April 2nd for our Children's Book Day! All children's, teen, parenting, sticker/art books will be 10% off all day long!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Taste the flowers....
Bonjour a tous!
Le printemps est finalement avec nous...meme si la chaleur tarde a arriver, le meilleur reste a venir!
Le the de cette semaine est le the blanc floral qui est compose de the blanc tres doux, aussi de fleurs de rose, lavande et jasmin.
La rose represente la beaute, et etait la fleur sacre d'Aphrodite, la deesse de l'amour.
La rose est aussi bonne pour le chakra du coeur, elles apportent aussi avec elles la capacite de donner sans rien attendre en retour!
La lavande a un effet calmant, enleve les tensions et
bon aussi pour l'amour, la protection, longevite, purification et la joie.
Le jasmin est bon pour l'amour, l'argent, et les reves prophetiques.....
Il a aussi un effet sedatif, pour ceux qui souffrent d'insomnie passagere, peut etre melange a la camomille, menthe et lavande, une tasse avant le coucher aide beaucoup a relaxer!
Le printemps est finalement avec nous...meme si la chaleur tarde a arriver, le meilleur reste a venir!
Le the de cette semaine est le the blanc floral qui est compose de the blanc tres doux, aussi de fleurs de rose, lavande et jasmin.
La rose represente la beaute, et etait la fleur sacre d'Aphrodite, la deesse de l'amour.
La rose est aussi bonne pour le chakra du coeur, elles apportent aussi avec elles la capacite de donner sans rien attendre en retour!
La lavande a un effet calmant, enleve les tensions et
bon aussi pour l'amour, la protection, longevite, purification et la joie.
Le jasmin est bon pour l'amour, l'argent, et les reves prophetiques.....
Il a aussi un effet sedatif, pour ceux qui souffrent d'insomnie passagere, peut etre melange a la camomille, menthe et lavande, une tasse avant le coucher aide beaucoup a relaxer!
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Earth Hour 2011
To all you environmentalists and nature friendly folk, Earth Hour is here once again!
For those of you that are not aware of what Earth Hour is, it is a moment of recognition of the impact we have on the Earth. Through raising awareness of just what kind of way we change our own environment we also raise hope of changing negative tendencies and reducing our carbon footprint.
Tonight, Saturday 26th, at 8:30pm EST people will be turning off all their lights and electronic appliances for one hour. This will be happening all over the world, people will be lighting candles and having a dinner or just taking it easy.
A lot of people think "What is the use of that? Turning lights off for only an hour?" It is not solely the act of that single hour, but the impact and the awareness it brings afterward.
After your hour is over, think to yourself about what you can do to lower your carbon footprint and help the Earth just a little bit more.
Myself? I'll be lighting some candles and finally taking a moment to learn how to play chess!
Help spread the word about Earth Hour! Have a good one, everybody!
For those of you that are not aware of what Earth Hour is, it is a moment of recognition of the impact we have on the Earth. Through raising awareness of just what kind of way we change our own environment we also raise hope of changing negative tendencies and reducing our carbon footprint.
Tonight, Saturday 26th, at 8:30pm EST people will be turning off all their lights and electronic appliances for one hour. This will be happening all over the world, people will be lighting candles and having a dinner or just taking it easy.
A lot of people think "What is the use of that? Turning lights off for only an hour?" It is not solely the act of that single hour, but the impact and the awareness it brings afterward.
After your hour is over, think to yourself about what you can do to lower your carbon footprint and help the Earth just a little bit more.
Myself? I'll be lighting some candles and finally taking a moment to learn how to play chess!
Help spread the word about Earth Hour! Have a good one, everybody!
Friday, March 25, 2011
Transition Celebration!
Thursday March 31st all day long.
We will be honoring the former owner and all her wonderful hard work she put into this store over the last 19 years. She has created a beautiful shop that has supplied the Magical and Spiritual and Pagan community, as well as being a central point for news and activities.
Join us as we celebrate Debra Aubin and her contribution to our community.
Share your wonderful memories of her and this store in a celebratory journal. Ask for it at the cash and add your message of thanks or joyful memory!
She will be parting ways with the store after this day to enjoy time with her children.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Big News !!
Greetings clients, customers and community members. Please do not adjust your sets while we provide you with this very important Public Service Announcement.
Le Mélange Magique / The Magical Blend is changing ownership as of April 1st. No, this is not an April Fool’s joke. The current owner, Debra Aubin, is moving on to new challenges and two new owners in partnership, T. Scarlet Jory and Valérie Laville, are stepping up to take the reins.
Message from the Current Owner
I have been honoured to be part of this community over the past two decades. When I started up Le Mélange Magique in 1991 with my original partner Elyse, we envisioned a “small, magickal herb shop” and could not have dreamed that Le Mélange Magique would become as well-known as it is.
I have had the pleasure to meet many wonderful people over the years through the numerous festivals and fairs we have participated in or sponsored. I have been privileged to see the Montreal community grow and evolve since the first Pagan Grove meetings two decades ago. Most importantly, the staff and friends of Le Mélange Magique have been part of my personal and spiritual growth - and part of my family.
At the same time, I'm eager to begin the next phase of my life, with new challenges and an even greater focus on my family. I am leaving the store in good hands with great confidence in its future. I've worked with Scarlet for over a decade and her energy and vision will continue to move Le Mélange Magique into the future. I'm incredibly happy that Le Mélange Magique has a new, steady hand to guide it and I wish Scarlet and Valérie many years of happiness and prosperity.
Message from the New Owners
It is with great excitement that we start on this new path as owners of Le Mélange Magique. Scarlet has worked with the store since 1999 and has been involved in the Montreal Pagan community since 1994. She looks forward to better serving the magical community.
Valérie has been training in magic and Paganism for the last several years, as well as having trained in the healing field as an osteopath. She looks forward to adding a new element to the field of magic with the introduction of healing services at the store.
The Magical Blend is dedicated to offering a complete selection of products oriented towards the followers of all alternative spiritual paths, including Wicca, Paganism, Magick, Goddess Spirituality, Witchcraft, Santeria. While we have great new ideas, we will not compromise the foundations that the store has already built. We are eager to receive feedback from the community in regards to products and services they would like to see in the store.
Fresh new energy and fresh new ideas from the staff have inspired an exciting transition! Here are some of the exciting events to look forward to throughout April.
April Events
March 31st, Thursday till 9pm: Debra will be within the store available to meet with anyone wishing to say goodbye and wish her well in her new life. Come celebrate with her!
April 1st, Friday morning:
- Penny Incense Day: spend your lucky penny on a package of our famous Mystery Blend incense
- Kwan Yin / Kannon Day: Celebrate the Asian Goddess with us and help raise funds for Japan Relief.
April 4th, Monday all day: Celebrate with the new owners! Yay! Meet us, asks us questions, make suggestions, and share tea with us!
April 7th, Thursday all day and evening: World Health Day:
- Meet the various healers in our community and learn what they can do for you
- Free trials of some techniques
- Schedule full session appointments (new for the store, Mondays are healer days! See a healer instead of a reader on Mondays.)
April 22nd, Friday: Earth Day:
- seedlings of herbs will be available for sale today
- introducing the store’s new REUSABLE cloth bags at last!
- Earth Day Ritual 7-8pm led by the store’s staff
Many more exciting activities will happen through April along with the workshops.
You can check out our website or our blog for details and a more complete list of the exciting new events.
http://www.themagicalblend.com/services.htm
http://melangemagique.blogspot.com/
Now back to your regularly scheduled programming. Thanks for reading!
Bonjour clients et membres de la communauté! N’ajustez pas votre appareil pendant cette importante annonce publique!
Le Mélange Magique/The Magical Blend changera d’administration à partir du 1er Avril. Ce n’est pas une blague de poisson d’avril! La propriétaire actuelle, Debra Aubin, s’envole vers de nouveaux horizons. Deux nouvelles propriétaires, T.K. Scarlet Jory et Valérie Laville, prendront le relais de l’entreprise.
Message de la propriétaire actuelle
J’ai été honorée de faire partie de cette communauté pendant une vingtaine d’années. Quand Le Mélange Magique a été fondé en 1991, avec ma partenaire d’origine Élyse, nous pensions établir une “petite boutique d’herbes” et jamais nous n’aurions imaginé que Le Mélange Magique devienne aussi connu qu’il l’est maintenant.
J’ai eu le plaisir de rencontrer plusieurs personnes merveilleuses avec les années grâce aux festivals et foires que nous avons organisé et où nous y avons participé. J’ai eu le privilège de voir la communauté montréalaise grandir et changer depuis les premières rencontres du Pagan Grove il y a 20 ans. Le personnel et les amis du Mélange Magique ont fait partie de ma croissance personnelle et spirituelle, et sont un peu ma famille.
Je suis excitée de commencer une nouvelle phase de ma vie, incluant de nouveaux défis et une plus grande dévotion à ma famille. Je laisse la boutique entre bonnes mains et j’ai confiance dans le futur. J’ai travaillé avec Scarlet pendant plus d’une décennie; son énergie et sa vision fera en sorte que Le Mélange Magique continue sa mission dans le futur. Le Mélange Magique sera guidé par une main ferme. Je souhaite à Scarlet et Valérie des années de bonheur et de prospérité.
Message des nouvelles propriétaires
C’est avec beaucoup d’enthousiasme que nous commençons notre nouvelle vie de propriétaires du Mélange Magique. Scarlet a travaillé à la boutique depuis 1999 et a été impliquée dans la communauté païenne de Montréal depuis 1994. Elle a hâte de continuer à servir la communauté païenne.
Valérie a pris plusieurs cours dans le domaine de la magie et du paganisme depuis quelques années et a aussi complété une formation de guérisseur en tant qu’ostéopathe. Elle a hâte de contribuer au domaine de la magie et à la communauté en introduisant un volet de guérison à la boutique.
Le Mélange Magique s’engage à offrir une sélection complète de produits pouvant servir aux adeptes de spiritualité alternative, incluant la Wicca, le Paganisme, la Magie, le culte de la Déesse, la Sorcellerie et le Santeria. Alors que nous avons de nouvelles idées pour le magasin, nous ne compromettrons pas les bases stables de la boutique. Nous sommes intéressées de connaître l’opinion de la communauté par rapport aux produits et services que nous offrirons.
Une énergie et des idées nouvelles provenant des employés ont inspiré une transition excitante de la boutique! Voici quelques évènements qu’il vous faut noter pour le mois d’avril.
31 mars, jeudi, jusqu’à 21h : Debra sera à la boutique toute la journée pour rencontrer les gens voulant lui dire au revoir et lui souhaiter tout de bon dans sa nouvelle vie. Venez célébrer avec elle!
1er avril, vendredi :
- « Penny Incense Day » : venez dépenser votre 1¢ chanceux sur un paquet d’encens « mélange mystère ».
- Jour de Kwan Yin/Kannon : venez célébrer cette déesse asiatique et aidez-nous à amasser des fond pour le Japon.
4 avril, lundi : venez célébrer avec les nouvelles propriétaires! Venez nous rencontrer, nous poser des questions, nous donner des suggestions et partager le thé avec nous!
7 avril, jeudi, Journée de la Santé Mondiale :
- Venez rencontrer les guérisseurs de la communauté et savoir ce qu’ils peuvent faire pour vous.
- Venez essayer certaines techniques de guérison gratuitement!
- Prenez rendez-vous avec les guérisseurs pour des séances complètes (nouveau à la boutique, les lundis seront les jours réservés pour les guérisseurs au lieu d’avoir des astrologues sur le plancher).
22 avril, vendredi, Jour de la Terre :
- Des semis d’herbes seront à vendre.
- De nouveaux SACS RÉUTILISABLES seront disponibles, enfin!
- Rituel à 19-20h pour le Jour de la Terre, mené par les employés du magasin.
Plusieurs autres activités et ateliers seront organisés en avril. Restez en contact!
Vous pouvez consulter notre site internet et notre blogue pour les détails des évènements :
http://www.themagicalblend.com/services.htm (en anglais)
http://melangemagique.blogspot.com/ (en anglais)
Nous retournons maintenant à l’horaire régulier! Merci de votre attention!
Friday, March 18, 2011
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Ostara and Tea
Spring is coming! Can you feel it?! We sure can with the warmer weather and the lovely sunshine.
Soon there will be dubs upon the trees and the sprouting green of grass and early spring flowers.
This time of year we srat to think about such things as: Spring Cleaning
Here are some Ostara Srping Cleaning ideas for you:
Also, celebrate the holiday by starting seeds in the home to grow into a spring garden or enjoy a light floral green tea like our new featured Ostara Tea (Jasmine green with Heather & Rose).
Soon there will be dubs upon the trees and the sprouting green of grass and early spring flowers.
This time of year we srat to think about such things as: Spring Cleaning
Here are some Ostara Srping Cleaning ideas for you:
Also, celebrate the holiday by starting seeds in the home to grow into a spring garden or enjoy a light floral green tea like our new featured Ostara Tea (Jasmine green with Heather & Rose).
Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Take time for yourself...
Hello everybody,
This week's featured tea is all about comfort and well being.
It is The Cream of Earl Grey and it's origins are from Sri Lanka.
Basicly, it is black tea with vanilla (vanilla is good for love and comfort) and bergamot (which is good for communication and meditation) Cream of Earl Grey is associated with the root chakra, because it is earthy and grounding. Take a cup before meditation and it will make you feel good and relaxed.
Having a cup before doing energy work, will help you ground yourself.
Having a bad day? Feeling down, winter is getting to you???
Curl up with a good book and a cup of earl grey and it will make you feel better almost instantly!
The juice of bergamot (which resembles a not ripe orange) has been used in Indiginous medicine as a herbal remedy, and it's essential oil is popular in aromatherapy.
To try it, is to adopt it. Come on, have a cup, you will love it!
Have a very good week!
Diane
This week's featured tea is all about comfort and well being.
It is The Cream of Earl Grey and it's origins are from Sri Lanka.
Basicly, it is black tea with vanilla (vanilla is good for love and comfort) and bergamot (which is good for communication and meditation) Cream of Earl Grey is associated with the root chakra, because it is earthy and grounding. Take a cup before meditation and it will make you feel good and relaxed.
Having a cup before doing energy work, will help you ground yourself.
Having a bad day? Feeling down, winter is getting to you???
Curl up with a good book and a cup of earl grey and it will make you feel better almost instantly!
The juice of bergamot (which resembles a not ripe orange) has been used in Indiginous medicine as a herbal remedy, and it's essential oil is popular in aromatherapy.
To try it, is to adopt it. Come on, have a cup, you will love it!
Have a very good week!
Diane
Wednesday, March 02, 2011
Spring is in the Air!
Can you feel it? Warmer weather peaks through now and then.
Can you see it? The light is returning with brighter days.
Can you hear it? The birds sing outside our windows.
Can you smell it? Grass, damp earth, hyacinths in pots in our windows.
Taste it too!! We have a featured tea this week for spring:
Romeo & Juliette Green Tea Hearts
Taste the sweet and astringent flavours that come with the beginning of spring.
Taste the fresh excitement that sprang forth from young love.
This year for spring we are tapping into the energy of:
Clover / Shamrock - Celtic / Irish themes of luck and prosperity
Maple - sweetness, love, longevity, and prosperity
Butterflies - power of transformation and pure joy, their tranquility and delicacy.
Wondering what you could do to have a magical experience this week?
Can you see it? The light is returning with brighter days.
Can you hear it? The birds sing outside our windows.
Can you smell it? Grass, damp earth, hyacinths in pots in our windows.
Taste it too!! We have a featured tea this week for spring:
Romeo & Juliette Green Tea Hearts
Taste the sweet and astringent flavours that come with the beginning of spring.
Taste the fresh excitement that sprang forth from young love.
This year for spring we are tapping into the energy of:
Clover / Shamrock - Celtic / Irish themes of luck and prosperity
Maple - sweetness, love, longevity, and prosperity
Butterflies - power of transformation and pure joy, their tranquility and delicacy.
Wondering what you could do to have a magical experience this week?
- Go sugaring off! Sugar shacks are popular all around Montreal with tours, taffy, and other fun events to explore for the whole family.
- Montreal Botanical Gardens have released their butterflies! Walk among them for a truly magical experience. http://www2.ville.montreal.qc.ca/jardin/en/propos/papillon.htm
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Back to Basics
Sometimes we need to take a step back, get back to the basics.
Be Zen and aim for a little simplicity.
Here are some suggestions:
Basic Teas: Sencha Green Tea (this week's featured tea!)
Basic Incense: Sandalwood
Basic Meditation:
Sit with a cup of tea, a white candle, and sandalwood incense.
Sip in quiet solitude.
Get back to basics in the home.
Suggest it to us in the comments.
Be Zen and aim for a little simplicity.
Here are some suggestions:
Basic Teas: Sencha Green Tea (this week's featured tea!)
Basic Incense: Sandalwood
Basic Meditation:
Sit with a cup of tea, a white candle, and sandalwood incense.
Sip in quiet solitude.
Get back to basics in the home.
- purge the clutter
- cook your own meals
- pack lunches to bring to work with you
- spend a week without the TV
Suggest it to us in the comments.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
With the tail end of February and the rush of the new year of the rabbit, we see a mix of exhaustion and excitement. Colds run rampant in the fluctuating temperatures. Se are eager for the warmth and yet the relaxation of the coming summer. Spring is definitely on its way!
Featured tea this week is IMMUNE BOOSTING tea to beat the winter colds/flus.
With added rosehips and orange for extra vitamine C.
As advice, cook with lots of garlic too as that will also boost your immune system.
Also this week, we are featuring MUSIC! We now carry the CD's from SpringRoadProduction. Most popular collections so far are Berceuse, Une Fenetre sur les Etoiles, and Les Chakras. An absolutely wonderful collections of ambient music to relax to with a hot cup of tea. CD sell for $17.95 in store. You may call or email us to add one to your mail order if you like!
Featured tea this week is IMMUNE BOOSTING tea to beat the winter colds/flus.
With added rosehips and orange for extra vitamine C.
As advice, cook with lots of garlic too as that will also boost your immune system.
Also this week, we are featuring MUSIC! We now carry the CD's from SpringRoadProduction. Most popular collections so far are Berceuse, Une Fenetre sur les Etoiles, and Les Chakras. An absolutely wonderful collections of ambient music to relax to with a hot cup of tea. CD sell for $17.95 in store. You may call or email us to add one to your mail order if you like!
Monday, February 14, 2011
Happy Valentine's Day!
I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my heart)
I am never without it (anywhere I go you go, my dear;
and whatever is done by only me is your doing, my darling)
I fear no fate (for you are my fate, my sweet)
I want no world (for beautiful you are my world, my true)
And it's you are whatever a moon has always meant
And whatever a sun will always sing is you
Here is the deepest secret nobody knows
(here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud
and the sky of the sky of a tree called life;
which grows higher than the soul can hope or mind can hide)
And this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart
I carry your heart (I carry it in my heart)
EE Cummings
And with the weather as it is, it's the perfect day to get out and play in that fresh fallen snow - or stay in together and hide from it!
I wish you all all the love and kindness in the world.
Happy Valentine's!
I am never without it (anywhere I go you go, my dear;
and whatever is done by only me is your doing, my darling)
I fear no fate (for you are my fate, my sweet)
I want no world (for beautiful you are my world, my true)
And it's you are whatever a moon has always meant
And whatever a sun will always sing is you
Here is the deepest secret nobody knows
(here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud
and the sky of the sky of a tree called life;
which grows higher than the soul can hope or mind can hide)
And this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart
I carry your heart (I carry it in my heart)
EE Cummings
And with the weather as it is, it's the perfect day to get out and play in that fresh fallen snow - or stay in together and hide from it!
I wish you all all the love and kindness in the world.
Happy Valentine's!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Now on Discount
We still have a few calendars and agendas left in store. If you haven't gotten yours yet for 2011, now is the time!
This sale is available in store only. We have left in stock the following:
50% off all remaining calendars & agendas
This sale is available in store only. We have left in stock the following:
- Bohemian Cats wall calendar (x2)
- Hafiz wall calendar
- Zen Mind wall calendar
- Celtic Blessings mini wall calendar
- Vampires desk calendar
- Seasons of the Witch Weekly Agenda (x8)
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
Love is in the Air!
And in the tea cup!
This week's featured tea is in honor of the coming Valentine's Day. Served all week will be Love Potion. This aromatic darjeeling tea is spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with rose petals and rosehips. Share it with your loved one on Valentine's Day!
Also at our public altar we have our annual magical book of love available to all. Come in and write a note about love within it's pages. We here at the store charge up the altar every day to help these messages of love be heard by the universe.
Bright Blessings and Love Tokens!
This week's featured tea is in honor of the coming Valentine's Day. Served all week will be Love Potion. This aromatic darjeeling tea is spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with rose petals and rosehips. Share it with your loved one on Valentine's Day!
Also at our public altar we have our annual magical book of love available to all. Come in and write a note about love within it's pages. We here at the store charge up the altar every day to help these messages of love be heard by the universe.
Bright Blessings and Love Tokens!
Friday, February 04, 2011
Brand new leather pretties!
New to Melange Magique, hand made leather pretties from artists right here in Quebec! Les Artisans D'Azure!
Leather strapped and corked bottles, excellent for wine and mead.
Leather bound, metal clasp books, great for notes or even for your own personal Book of Shadows.
Leather masks and bags, wonderful for masquerades and carrying tools/supplies wherever you go.
Leather strapped and corked bottles, excellent for wine and mead.
Leather bound, metal clasp books, great for notes or even for your own personal Book of Shadows.
Leather masks and bags, wonderful for masquerades and carrying tools/supplies wherever you go.
Wednesday, February 02, 2011
Xin Mao
February 3rd, 2011 is the start of the Chinese New Year: Year of the Rabbit (Xin Mao).
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
This is the Chinese version of Thanks Giving all rolled into New Year's celebrations. For two weeks, families come together, giving thanks and sharing. Meals consist usually of eight or nine dishes (eight for prosperity or nine for long lasting). Dishes are creative family affairs. You can explore with various stir fry dishes yourself for this time of year. Mark the start of Spring... even if we are buried deep in snow. Red paper decorations can be used to warm the home's feel and scare away the winter blues!
According to: http://www.stanssewingsupplies.com/catalogs/store.asp?pid=253080
According to Chinese tradition, the Rabbit brings a year in which you can catch your breath and calm your nerves. It is a time for negotiation. Don't try to force issues, because if you do you will ultimately fail. To gain the greatest benefits from this time, focus on home, family, security, diplomacy, and your relationships with women and children. Make it a goal to create a safe, peaceful lifestyle, so you will be able to calmly deal with any problem that may arise.
What can you do?
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
This is the Chinese version of Thanks Giving all rolled into New Year's celebrations. For two weeks, families come together, giving thanks and sharing. Meals consist usually of eight or nine dishes (eight for prosperity or nine for long lasting). Dishes are creative family affairs. You can explore with various stir fry dishes yourself for this time of year. Mark the start of Spring... even if we are buried deep in snow. Red paper decorations can be used to warm the home's feel and scare away the winter blues!
According to: http://www.stanssewingsupplies.com/catalogs/store.asp?pid=253080
According to Chinese tradition, the Rabbit brings a year in which you can catch your breath and calm your nerves. It is a time for negotiation. Don't try to force issues, because if you do you will ultimately fail. To gain the greatest benefits from this time, focus on home, family, security, diplomacy, and your relationships with women and children. Make it a goal to create a safe, peaceful lifestyle, so you will be able to calmly deal with any problem that may arise.
What can you do?
- make red paper decorations
- learn about the life of a rabbit and think about how that influences you this year
- cook up delicious stir-fry dishes for your family meals
- share flowering tea
- create safety and peace in your home with Feng Shui
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Imbolc
Imbolc is the Celtic celebration of courtship as well and the honoring of the Goddess Brighid.
Brighid is an Irish and Celtic goddess from pre-Christian times. Her domain is the hearth, poetry (and creativity), and smithery (metalcrafting). She was absorbed into the Roman Catholic church when Ireland was converted to Christianity and became St. Brigid.
This holiday is also called Candlemas as one of the traditions is to surround an image of the goddess with a wreath of candles to warm her and coax her to awaken with the spring.
It is a time for courtship, too, as we draw near Valentine's Day where many of the traditions of love tokens and love letters start with the God courting the sleeping Goddess.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
SUNDAY SABBAT SALE
Sunday January 30th all day is Sunday Sabbat Sale.
10% off everything in store!
Brighid is an Irish and Celtic goddess from pre-Christian times. Her domain is the hearth, poetry (and creativity), and smithery (metalcrafting). She was absorbed into the Roman Catholic church when Ireland was converted to Christianity and became St. Brigid.
This holiday is also called Candlemas as one of the traditions is to surround an image of the goddess with a wreath of candles to warm her and coax her to awaken with the spring.
It is a time for courtship, too, as we draw near Valentine's Day where many of the traditions of love tokens and love letters start with the God courting the sleeping Goddess.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
- write a love letter to someone special
- host a candlelit dinner
- cuddle together with Imbolc Tea
SUNDAY SABBAT SALE
Sunday January 30th all day is Sunday Sabbat Sale.
10% off everything in store!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
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.
Friday January 28th, 7-9pm FREE
Please note that the CMS Level 1 class take no more than 5-8 students so as to provide each student with personalized attention and guidance.
LEVEL 1 begins February 9th 6-9pm for 20 weeks ($300 divided into 3 x $100)
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.
Friday January 28th, 7-9pm FREE
Please note that the CMS Level 1 class take no more than 5-8 students so as to provide each student with personalized attention and guidance.
LEVEL 1 begins February 9th 6-9pm for 20 weeks ($300 divided into 3 x $100)
Passion & Comfort
This week's featured tea is:
VANILLA & CINNAMON FLAVOURED BLACK TEA
The properties of Cinnamon are: Energy, vitality, lust, love, protection, determination
The properties of Vanilla are: Vitality, love, lust, tranquility, attraction
This is a great tea for when you want to cuddle with your beloved on the sofa.
VANILLA & CINNAMON FLAVOURED BLACK TEA
The properties of Cinnamon are: Energy, vitality, lust, love, protection, determination
The properties of Vanilla are: Vitality, love, lust, tranquility, attraction
This is a great tea for when you want to cuddle with your beloved on the sofa.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Featured Tea & Meditation
This week's featured tea is Monks' Blend. This is a smooth earthy tea laced with floral and fruty notes that are perfect for a soothing moment of relaxation or meditation.
How to use tea for meditation
Start by making a fresh pot or cup of your favorite tea or using one specially blended for meditation
drink your tea in silence and simply enjoy the moment
Other wonderful meditation aids
Books on meditation:
Japanese Shoyeido Incense
How to use tea for meditation
Start by making a fresh pot or cup of your favorite tea or using one specially blended for meditation
- Monks' Blend: (link)
- Magical Blend for Relaxation: (link)
- Lavender Rooibos (specialty blend, ask our Apothecary)
- Floral White (specialty blend, ask our Apothecary)
drink your tea in silence and simply enjoy the moment
Other wonderful meditation aids
Books on meditation:
- Best Guide to Meditation
- Creative Visualization
- Learn to Relax
- Little Altars for Spirituality
- Meditation Bible
- Meditation for Beginners
- Simply Meditation
Japanese Shoyeido Incense
- Stickless incense sticks hand rolled by a special Japanese technique using pure herbs and resins. See our selection of Specialty Incense: Magnifiscents Series
Friday, January 14, 2011
This just in!
New in stock!
Sulfur: Commonly used in spells and rituals for banishing purposes.
Diatomaceous Earth Powder: Used to sprinkle to remove negativity and evil eye.
Dragon's Bone: Used for meditation, death, sleep, relief from fear and anger.
Bat's Head Root: A natural root used for helping make your wishes come true.
Back in stock!
Mojo Wish Beans: Used to attract luck, protection, and for wishing.
Cascarilla: For drawing a circle on the ground or for marking magical symbols on the walls or the floor.
Black Salt: Commonly used for purification, creating protective barriers. Use by scattering on the floor to absorb negativity then sweep it away.
Rose of Jericho: Used by placing the rose in water and making a wish. As the rose grows so will your wish and good fortune.
Sulfur: Commonly used in spells and rituals for banishing purposes.
Diatomaceous Earth Powder: Used to sprinkle to remove negativity and evil eye.
Dragon's Bone: Used for meditation, death, sleep, relief from fear and anger.
Bat's Head Root: A natural root used for helping make your wishes come true.
Back in stock!
Mojo Wish Beans: Used to attract luck, protection, and for wishing.
Cascarilla: For drawing a circle on the ground or for marking magical symbols on the walls or the floor.
Black Salt: Commonly used for purification, creating protective barriers. Use by scattering on the floor to absorb negativity then sweep it away.
Rose of Jericho: Used by placing the rose in water and making a wish. As the rose grows so will your wish and good fortune.
Dealing with Winter Colds & Flu
'Tis the season for the aches and pains and shivers and sniffles. Here are some suggestions on how to cope and even beat the Winter Blues.
Basic reminders from Mom:
Suggestions from a priestess:
Suggestions from the boss of The Magical Blend:
Suggestions from the store:
For a Sore Throat
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon to a cup of boiling water to disinfect the throat.
Be sure to add a spoon of honey to soothe and coat the throat.
For Nausea
Slice fresh ginger root and boil it for a tea with a sprig of fresh mint.
Ginger is excellent for stomach intent on rejecting everything.
For a Cold
Drink a tea with lots of orange and rosehip. Both are high in vitamin C.
OR
Make a SPICY tea with ginger, cinnamon, clove, and pepper. Drink it fast and sweat out your illness.
FUN THINGS TO DO COMING UP IN MONTREAL
BEAT THE WINTER BLUES !!
Free Workshops at the store
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
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
Beat the Winter Blues Party & Concert
The Gaia Gathering Planning Committee invites you to join us for a night of live music, fantastical tales, and witchy company!
http://gaiagathering.blogspot.com/2011/01/gaia-gathering-fundraiser-beat-winter.html
Have a Great start to 2011!!
Bright Blessings from the store and staff of the Magical Blend!
Basic reminders from Mom:
- Dress warm even if it is warmish outside, dress warm. Your body still thinks it is winter and has not adjusted from cold to warmer weather.
- Hot baths will help you warm up after being outside for a while. Or at least soak your hands and feet in hot water. There are so many nerves in your hands and feet (ask any reflexologist) that they absorb the heat of hot water best and quickly spread it through your body.
- Chicken soup will nourish any poor sick soul. The warm liquid is easy to digest and the chicken gives the body needed protein to help it have the energy it needs.
- Garlic in Stir Fry and everything will boost the blood and immune system.
- Oranges & Vitamin C will help you fight off any cold! Eat lots of oranges and remember to take your vitamins.
- Drink lots of water to flush out toxins and infection from your system.
Suggestions from a priestess:
- Take Time for YOU. It is important to take some personal time, whether it is an hour a day or a full day a week, to do the things that bring you joy. Lifting your spirits this way will boost your energy and carry you through the dark times of the year.
- Sleep is necessary. The human body needs 5-8 hours of sleep to recuperate. The mind needs it too! You need this in a solid slot of time as broken sleep does not allow for REM or dreaming which is the mind and spirit's way of sorting through the day to ready you for the next day.
- Meditation. Stress is a killer! Taking some time to rest, relax, and meditate is good for the soul. Permit yourself to have some peace of mind. You deserve it!
- Flowers. Treat yourself and your home with fresh cut flowers on a regular basis. Set up a little shrine to JOY! Save one flower from the bouquet to give away. Giving joy will bring you joy!
- Gratitude Journal. Keeping a journal with daily notes of gratitude instead of gripes.
Suggestions from the boss of The Magical Blend:
- Sunlight! You need to get some sun. It has vitamin D that is needed to work with the vitamin A and B-complex in your body to balance emotions and also lift your spirits. This SAD (Season Affective Disorder) effects many people and sunlight is what beats this. The boss did this in her home and her three-year-old likes to say, "Let's turn on the Sun now, Mommy!" Here is what she did: http://nightdemons.livejournal.com/273173.html
- Growing plants brings life to any environment and boosts the energy of any home. Plants will also clean and freshen up the air you breathe.
- Be forgiving of yourself. We all have less energy and focus in the winter, weighed down by the dark and the cold. Give yourself some time, understanding, forgiveness and love. Schedule more time to do things and don't overload yourself. If something doesn't work out, forgive yourself and keep going.
Suggestions from the store:
- Why not add a bath salt to your hot bath?
- Meditate to a soothing incense, like Tranquility Incense.
- Drink a tea to charged with healing and vitamin C: Immune Boosting Tea.
For a Sore Throat
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon to a cup of boiling water to disinfect the throat.
Be sure to add a spoon of honey to soothe and coat the throat.
For Nausea
Slice fresh ginger root and boil it for a tea with a sprig of fresh mint.
Ginger is excellent for stomach intent on rejecting everything.
For a Cold
Drink a tea with lots of orange and rosehip. Both are high in vitamin C.
OR
Make a SPICY tea with ginger, cinnamon, clove, and pepper. Drink it fast and sweat out your illness.
FUN THINGS TO DO COMING UP IN MONTREAL
BEAT THE WINTER BLUES !!
Free Workshops at the store
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
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
Beat the Winter Blues Party & Concert
The Gaia Gathering Planning Committee invites you to join us for a night of live music, fantastical tales, and witchy company!
http://gaiagathering.blogspot.com/2011/01/gaia-gathering-fundraiser-beat-winter.html
Have a Great start to 2011!!
Bright Blessings from the store and staff of the Magical Blend!
Thursday, January 06, 2011
Featured Tea
NEW!
We are starting a weekly Featured Tea series.
Every Wednesday a new tea will be featured in our store.
So, come and try, come and buy!
This week till January 11th, we are featuring VANILLA CHAI.
Spicy, earthy, warm for this cold January start to 2011.
It is excellent with or without milk.
If you wish to order some, you may follow this link to our website:
http://www.themagicalblend.com/~magic/cgi-bin/cart.cgi/chaitea002.html
Bright warm blessings for the first week of January!
We are starting a weekly Featured Tea series.
Every Wednesday a new tea will be featured in our store.
So, come and try, come and buy!
This week till January 11th, we are featuring VANILLA CHAI.
Spicy, earthy, warm for this cold January start to 2011.
It is excellent with or without milk.
If you wish to order some, you may follow this link to our website:
http://www.themagicalblend.com/~magic/cgi-bin/cart.cgi/chaitea002.html
Bright warm blessings for the first week of January!
Thursday, December 30, 2010
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 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%
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
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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%
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
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!
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!
Thursday, December 23, 2010
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 - 3pmInternet orders -10% all week
Internet orders over $100 will benefit from FREE SHIPPING
Within Continental North America (backorders will be cancelled)
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!!*
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.
Sunday, December 19, 2010
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!
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!
Wednesday, December 08, 2010
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!
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!
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