| Class and Workshop Descriptions: Animal Mysticism What are your favorite animals trying to tell you? Exploring our current and past relationships with animals can give us greater insight into our own behavior. The concept of the witch's familiar is misunderstood even to this day. We will examine the history of familiars and connect it to animal totems of today, using approaches from science, evolution, myth, and magic to help us reconnect with Nature in new ways to strengthen old bonds. $15.00. Presented by: Ariawena Asatru Study Join Greg Fink, aka "The Mead Guy" in the second of our "All Roads Lead to Center" series. Greg's knowledge of the ancient beliefs of Asatru will certainly increase your knowledge of folklore and practice. We will cover a basic introduction to Asatru, the indigenous tribal religion of the Northern European and Scandinavian peoples. We will have an overview of the gods we honor, the rituals we honor them with, the organization and major beliefs of the faith, and magical practices. $15.00 Presented by: Greg Fink Book of Shadows / Spell Writing Magickal intention is the key to success in one’s practice-- and one of the best means of focusing intent is to use personally created or adapted spells. Join us as we discuss techniques spell-writing and performance, as well as how to adapt others’ spells to suit your needs and personal style. Students will receive two spells from the Butler family tradition. We will also be discussing the history/purpose of the Book of Shadows, as well as methods of blessing and consecrating one’s book. $35.00. Presented by: Rev. Mary Cabot-Butler, HPs Creating Sacred Space Join us as Mary Cabot-Butler discusses the basics of conducting a Witch's ritual, including a discussion of creating sacred space, setting up the altar, calling quarters, and magickal etiquette. During the latter portion of the class, students will participate in a small private ritual. $15.00 Presented by: Rev. Mary Cabot-Butler, HPs Dreamology A workshop consisting of dream interpretation theory, history of dream interpretation, biology of the brain as it relates to sleep, sleep/alternate consciousness techniques, and creating one’s own dream tools. $15.00 Presented by: Sascha Elemental Magick Coming January 2011! Presented by: Crystal Greene, RM/T - HPs The Geiselian Gematria - $15.00 Gematria’s a number game where different things can mean the same Transliterate and be amazed as you connect each word and phrase Divinity hides in every Nook-- think we’re crazy? Have a look If Qabalistic wisdom is what you wish, try Ham & Sam or Ish & Fish Yes, Dr. Seuss, that wily sage, left mystic insight on each page So bring a laugh and open mind, let’s see what secrets we can find /"From There to here, From Here to there funny things ARE everywhere"/ Presented by: Bryan & Crystal Guided Meditation Meditation is one of the basic magickal skills every Witch should learn. Join us for two evenings of introspection as we explore the Inner Temple, Creative Visualization, and controlled-breathing techniques. We will also be looking within to discover the transformative power of Kundalini and Inner Alchemy. Comfortable clothing is strongly suggested, a pillow or mat is optional. This is a two-night class. $20.00 Presented by: Rik Potter Butler, HP Guided Meditation For Stress Reduction Work, school, kids, car, finances, relationships-- have you been feeling a little stressed-out? Join us as the ever- centered Rik Potter Butler leads us through an evening of guided meditation specifically geared for stress reduction. As always for meditation classes, comfortable clothing and a pillow or mat are suggested. $15.00 Presented by: Rik Potter Butler, HP Hellenic Mother Goddesses This class is a detailed lecture on all forms of Mother Goddesses from Pre and Post Hellenic Greece. Topics covered include deity symbolism, ritual instruction, and mythos. $15.00 Presented by: Sascha Hellenic Study Explore character, thought, culture and ethical system of ancient Greece with Sascha. This introduction class will cover the aspects of a devotional religion based on the worship of only the Greek Gods. We will discuss source material, the religious practices of the Ancient Greeks, the types of rituals, and the God and Goddess structures. This is not full Greek Reconstructionism but a version of Greek religion that is easily adaptable to modern practices. $15.00 Presented by: Sascha Hera: The Misunderstood Goddess A lecture on the Pre-Hellenic Hera, who was the basis for all future Greek/Roman mother Goddesses. Details on Her demotion to jealous wife after the invasion of the Hellenic cultures and patriarchal religious structure. This workshop was given at the 2007 Freespirit Gathering. $15.00. Presented by: Sascha History of Witchcraft The practices and beliefs of modern Witches don't derive solely from the ancient pagans, but are a result of the fusion of many systems of magick, belief, knowledge and structure. Our "History of Witchcraft" class discusses many of these sources, including ancient paganism, Hermetics, Masonic tradition, Theosophy, the Golden Dawn and Gerald Gardner. This is a 5-hour lecture presented over two evenings. $20.00 Presented by: Crystal Greene, RM/T - HPs House Cleansing Ever walked into an empty room and thought... "ick"? Sometimes a space can pick up residual energies from people who have passed through it or from events that have taken place there. House cleansing is easy and feels great, and is a skill every practitioner could use. This class is offered free of charge! Presented by: Rev. Mary Cabot-Butler, HPs Mead Making Strap on your aprons and learn the ancient art of making honey wine. Brew the heady stuff and learn some of the history as well as the delicate brewing of mead. A complimentary bottle of mead will go home with you. $25.00 Presented by: Greg Fink Music and Magick What is the difference between chanting, toning and singing? How can they impact magick? Singing is natural, fun and not always easy to do at first…but the Goddess loves it. It is a direct link to the Divine and the AWEN that is inherent in all of us. This class will dissect and break down singing into manageable steps so that you can incorporate song into your magickal workings. $15.00 Presented by: Ariawena Myths and Symbols: An Archetypal Overview Why do we need myths? How can ancient mythology be applicable to our modern world? Our Myths and Symbols class discusses why we use mythology and symbols in magic and outlines many kinds of myths that can be found in one form or another in every culture on earth. Symbols and themes will be discussed and analyzed as a model of how to deeply read any mythology. $20.00 Presented by: Ouromboros Poppet Class For many, the thought of poppets still brings to mind cheesy movies of women in silk turbans jabbing Voodoo dolls with needles! In actuality, a poppet is simply a roughly humanoid item or figure which is used to represent somebody specific for spellwork, and is a great way to focus positive intention. Join us as Selene discusses poppet lore and history, followed by some hands-on practice in making poppets for self-healing. $20.00 Presented by: Selene, HPs Practical Herbal Magick 101 The twilight curtains of secrecy are being drawn back to share in the old ways of magick. Come into the candlelit circles of the "wise ones" where the teaching of magickal herb crafts are shared and practiced. Secret magickal properties of herbs will be revealed and hidden formulas discussed in this practical and magickal use of herbs class. These are not your mother's favorite recipes...or are they?? This class is a pre-requisite for Practical Herbal Magick 102. Please bring a mortar and pestle. $25.00. Presented by: Selene, HPs Practical Herbal Magick 102 Put your herb knowledge to the test as we move forward in this advanced herbal magick class to oils, and brews. Please bring a mortar and pestle. $25.00 Presented by: Selene, HPs Protection Magick In this class, participants will learn the importance of magickal protection, and how symbols, crystals and herbs are used to neutralize harmful energy. We will also be covering practical defensive magick techniques to protect oneself from psychic attack and harmful influences. $15.00 Presented by: Rik Potter Butler, HP Reiki I Certification (Usui Ryoho) - read more about Reiki Our Reiki I class covers the basics of Reiki practice, including: what Reiki is how was it developed, how it works, and how you can use Reiki to improve your own well-being and to help those around you. The first portion of our workshop includes an extensive discussion of the theory behind Reiki, with the second portion consisting of Reiki attunements and hands-on practice. Class fee includes a healing manual and refreshments. Participants will receive their Usui Ryoho Reiki I Certification. $115.00 Presented by: Crystal Greene, RM/T - HPs Reiki II Certification (Usui Ryoho) Our Reiki II Class is for healers who have completed their Reiki I Certification, whether with us or elsewhere. Reiki II takes a more in-depth look at the practice of Reiki, with an emphasis on healing through time and over distances with the use of the symbols. The first portion of the class will consist of lecture/discussion, followed by attunements and practical exercises using the Reiki symbols. $130.00 Presented by: Crystal Greene, RM/T - HPs The Seven Hermetic Keys of the Kybalion The beliefs of the modern Western mystery tradition have largely been influenced by the seven keys, or principles of truth, of the Corpus Hermeticum. Our "Seven Hermetic Keys" class explores these principles, and in doing so explores the philosophical roots of Western magic, the Qabala, alchemy and astrology. The theurgy of the Graeco- Egyptian Mystery Schools, Gnosticism, Neo-Platonism, and reflections found in modern quantum theory will also be discussed. Two-night class. $15.00 Presented by: Bryan Shamanism: An Introduction The shaman has been called by many names throughout history: doctor-priest, healer, master of ecstasy, psychopomp, trickster, sorcerer, seer, Witch, and Witchdoctor. They are one of the most misunderstood figures in the historical record, though they have been around since the Paleolithic beginnings of human culture. Touching on topics of magico/folk healing, divination, spirit guides, plant teachers, and the shamanic roots of modern religious and magical practices. This two evening workshop will present a globetrotting cross cultural overview of traditional eastern and western shamanic beliefs and practices. $15.00 Presented by: Bryan (Witch's) Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram Introduced by the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, the LBRP is an important preliminary to practically all higher forms of Western magick. It is used as an exercise in visualization, as a means of clearing a space, for banishing an obsessive thought or as a means for communing with the Divine. This class will cover the meaning and performance of both the original LBRP and the “Witch’s Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram”, a newer version of the original that uses imagery more familiar to Pagans. Participants will also practice exercises in visualization, energy projection and the vibration of sacred names. $15.00 Presented by: Crystal Greene, RM/T - HPs Wheel of the Year Class Pagans like celebrations so much that we have one every seven weeks! Join us as Selene discusses the meaning and history of the Sabbats. $15.00 Presented by: Selene, HPs |
