Can you feel the change in the air?  Fall is surely right around the corner and it can't come soon enough for us! 

As I stated in the mini email you got a few days ago, we have a lot planned for September & October!  (More on this later in this newsletter).

Our 5th Year Anniversary will be on Oct. 3rd, so we are celebrating with an OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4th  12:00 - 6:00PM.

-Llewellyn's 2009 Magical Almanac
-Shadow Magic Compendium
-Vampire Nation
-Ghosts, Apparitions and Poltergeists
-Hedgewitch by Raven Silverwolf 

Rosina is now with us every week! She will be here every Wednesday for readings and healings from 11 AM until 5 PM. (The exception to this is next week 9/09 to 9/12 when she will be taking a much needed vacation.)  But call the store for appointments with her on all other Wednesdays this month and beyond! - And look for the classes she will be teaching every month

-Faerie Magazine
-New Witch
-Gothic Beauty is on it's way

-Jessica Galbreth's Enchanted Oracle
-Mystic Dreamer Tarot
-Osho Zen Tarot
-Deviant Moon Tarot
-AND a few decks of a retired deck called The LONDA deck!  We have only ordered a few, so first come, first served!

-Llewellyn's 2009 Mystic Faerie Calendar 
-Llewellyn's 2009 Witches' Calendar
-Llewellyn's 2009 Witches' Datebook

We have the SEASONS OF THE WITCH calendars and datebook on order.  They should be here any day now.

-New Tumbled Stones (Dragon Stone, Blood Jasper, Lavender Fluorite and more)
-New Small Silk Bags for stones, herbs, mojo, jewelry or whatever!
-Stone Runes
-Fluorite balls and points
-New Triquetra Jewlery Pieces
-New Josephine Wall Greeting Cards
-Doreen Virtue Oracle Cards are restocked

Wed. Sept. 3rd  7:00 - 9:00PM

Have you always felt different?  Perhaps you have some "starseed" in your genetics.  Did you have a traumatic
experience after which your life changed dramatically?  Maybe you are a connections with the other beings in the
walk-in.  Join us to find out about your
Universe.

Fee  $20.00
Instructors:  CHERRY & MARIE 

Thurs. Sept. 4th 7:00-9:00PM

Fee $20.00 
Instructor:  LYDIA 

Tuesday, Sept. 9th  7:00-9:00PM 

The Wheel of the Year turns with Sabbats celebrated about every 6 weeks.  We will go into the history and lore of each of the spokes of the Wheel.  We will include suggestions and recipes for a special celebration for each Sabbat.

Fee $20.00
Instructor:  KESTRELMORN

Wednesday, Sept. 10th  7:00 - 9:00PM

Each month we will cover information for the upcoming Full Moon.  From colors, to projects, to magickal spells.  Spend the days up to the next full moon working with aspects of that moon. 

This Month - IVY MOON.

Fee $20.00
Instructor(s):  MARIE & CHERRY

Thursday, Sept. 11th 7:00 - 9:00PM

Cindi Muntz (Instructor) is head of the local RIP (Researchers Investigating the Paranormal) group.  In this class, you will make your own pendulum and then learn how to use it to meet one of your Spirit Guides! 

Fee $30.00 Fee includes supplies needed for class.
Instructor:  CINDI MUNTZ

This is a 3 part class. 

Tuesday(s)  Sept. 16, 23rd & 30th  7:00-9:00PM 

Part I:  Intro & the Major Arcana;

Part II:  Review & the Minor Arcana

Part III: Review, Spreads and Practice Readings.

Fee $20.00/week OR if you pay for all 3 classes upfront, the fee will only be $55.00 for all 3 classes!

Instructor(s):  KESTRELMORN & CHERRY 
*Students will receive a 10% discount on Tarot Decks purchased for this class. 

Wednesday, Sept. 17th  7:00 - 9:00PM 

-Dragons are real, so come and hear - How to work with them and have no fear - To work with them, it is a pleasure, Join us to find your Dragon Treasure!  Class includes lecture, handouts- a special present from your Dragon, followed by a guided mediation to meet one of your Dragon Companions.

Fee $20.00
Instructor(s) - CHERRY & MARIE

Ever wondered what your tea cup could tell you?  There is a message in the leaves.  Come learn how to read tea leaves in this exciting class.

Fee $25.00
Instructor:  LYDIA 

Sunday, Sept. 21st  @ 1:00 - 4:00pm

Come and learn the benefits and ways of working with the dead.  We will meet at Witchy Wearables @ 1:00PM and then caravan to a local cemetary.  Bring a blanket or something to sit on and a plastic bag to put underneath if the ground is wet.  All other supplies will be provided!

Fee $25.00
Instructor(s) MARIE AND CHERRY

Wed. Set. 24th - 7:00 - 9:00PM

This class covers the outer planets (Uranus, Neptune & Pluto) along with other heavenly bodies that affect us.

PREREQUISITE PLANETARY ENERGY I. 
Fee $20.00
Instructor(s)  CHERRY AND MARIE 

Thursday, Sept. 25th  7:00 - 9:00PM

Fee $80.00
Instructor:  CHERRY

Sat. Sept. 27th  12:00 - 6:00PM

Mary Kay Mahoney will make up a birthchart and explain it to you in a half-hour session.  You MUST phone in your birth information beforehand so she can work-up your Chart before your meeting. You will need to give us your full name; place of birth; date and time of birth. 

Fee $45.00
Astrologer: MARY KAY MAHONEY

Sat. Sept. 6th 1-4:00PM and Drumming 4:00-6:00PM 

Saturday, Sept. 6th  12:00 - 6:00PM

SEE BELOW FOR FULL DETAILS (INCLUDING LINK) 

Sunday(s) September 7th & September 21st. - 3:00 - 5:00PM

Scouts will also be presenting at the PAGAN PRIDE DAY in Oak Forest (see below for further details) and SPHA Picnic. 

Sunday, Sept. 14th   4:00 - 6:00 PM

Fee $15.00
Instructor:  David Spellsinger 

Friday, Sept. 19th   8:00 - 10:00pm 

Turtle Head Lake

Sat. Sept. 20th (near the intersection of 135th & Harlem @ 11:00 AM - 6:00PM  Pot Luck Feast

Speakers, Entertainment and Rituals. 

Open ONLY to Members.

Sat. Sept. 27th  4:00 - 6:00PM 

Witchies will have a table at the Faire... stop by and say HELLO ! 

Sat. Sept. 27th - 10:00AM-9:00PM

On the Village Green (147th St. & Springfield Avenue.-1 block East of Pulaski)

FREE ADMISSION 

CHERRY-Intuitive Tarot, Seichim Reiki Master
LYDIA - Tea Leaves, VooDoo Tarot deck
VIVIAN - Intuitive Tarot, Angel Oracle & More

DAVID SPELLSINGER-Cherokee Spirit Stones, Intuitive Tarot 
MARIE - Tarot, Medium, Works w/Angels
DEANNE- Intuitive Certified Tarot Reader 

Witchies is VERY proud of our family of Readers.  Each one has their own gift and each shares in a different way.  Our Readers welcome client interaction and questions are always encouraged. We are hoping that Rosina will be joining us on Saturdays of Psychic Faire beginning in October. 
 

White HIGHLIGHTED LINES ARE FOLKS CONNECTED WITH WITCHY WEARABLES - STOP BY AND SAY HELLO!

This year's Pride theme is:
'A World of Abundance Begins with Sharing'

Saturday, September 6, 2008
Noon to 6:00 p.m.

ADMISSION: Donation of canned goods and factory-sealed packaged food goods.

Oak Forest Community Center & Park
Oak Forest, IL  60452
 

CHARITIES:
* Greater Chicagoland Food Depository
* Connections for Abused Women and their Children
* TLC Animal Shelter
 

MAIN RITUAL:
'Ritual of Abundance Through Sharing' ~ Rosina
 

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKERS:
'Ecological Wisdom and Activism'
Kathy Cummings ~ Green Party (Senatoral Candidate)
Phil Huckleberry ~ Green Party (Illinois & National Officer)
 

SPONSORS:
* Forecast Travel and Kindred Spirits Tours
* Sanctuary of the Crescent Moon
* Nnennaya L. Smith
* Wiccan Interfaith Council International
 

ENTERTAINMENT:
* SHAKTIDANCE by Renata
 

WORKSHOPS:

* 'Sacred Traditions of Hawaii's Medical Kahuna' ~ Rick and Connie

* 'Shamanism and the Toltec' ~ Mark

* 'Kirlian Photography' ~ Rev. John Gruba

* A Family Tradition of Magical Herbalism' ~ Katrina Spelldancer

* 'Animal Health and Well-Being' ~ Rev. John Gruba

* 'Between the Veils' ~ Chaz

* 'Parenting Pagan Teens' ~ Lisa

* 'Maggie Running Fox's Cherokee Spirit Stones' ~ David Spellsinger

* 'Mysteries of Egypt' ~ Deena

* 'Creating Herbal Blends & Letters to our Troops' ~ at the Project We Care Booth

* 'Poi and Fire Performance Artistry' ~ Dawn

* 'The Green Goddess: Living in Balance
with Fast Food, Plastic, and Technology' ~ Paulette
 

ARTISAN'S ROW:
* Aurora Mehndi ~ Henna by Bridget
* Autumn Moon Magickal Creations
* Avon
* Brigit's Hearth
* Dragonfly Bliss ~ Michelle
* Forecast Travel / Kindred Spirits Tours
* Lost in the Maille
* Witchy Wearables
 

COMMUNITY BOOTHS:
* Earth Spiritualists Chicago ~ Deities on Parade
* Lillian Rune Wellness Center
* Wiccan Interfaith Council ~ Project We Care
[Please bring your donations for our soldiers -
new and 'gently used' books & religious supplies.]
 

YOUTH ACTIVITIES:
* Goddess Chants ~SPIRALSCOUTS: RAINBOW CHILDREN'S PRAIRIE CIRCLE #192

* Dreamcatchers
* Face Masks
 

HEALING SPA CENTER:
* Reiki Sampler ~ for Animals & People ~ Rev. John Gruba
[NOTE: All animal reiki appts must be registered online, before September 5.]
 

PSYCHIC FAIRE:
Angel Tarot Readings & * Kirlian Photography ~ Rev. John Gruba
Readings ~ Bella Ciers
 

BISTRO ~ DEITIES ON PARADE
LIVE AUCTION ~ RAFFLE PRIZES
 

For more information, please visit our website at: http://Chicagopaganpride.org
 

The Greater Chicagoland Pagan Pride is incorporated in the state of Illinois ~ March 24, 2008 ~ as a non-profit religious, charitable, and educational organization.

The Greater Chicagoland Pagan Pride, Inc. also shares the 501 (c) (3) non-profit federal status, as part of the Pagan Pride Project, Inc.
 

Blessed Be,

Naya Smith & Paulette Reynolds
CPP Local Coordinators and
The Greater Chicagoland Pagan Pride Committee

Chicagopaganpride@hotmail.com
http://chicagopaganpride.org
http://www.paganpride.org
219-308-3743

Various other names for this Lesser Wiccan Sabbat are The Second Harvest Festival, Wine Harvest, Feast of Avalon, Equinozio di Autunno (Strega), Alben Elfed (Caledonii), or Cornucopia. The Teutonic name, Winter Finding, spans a period of time from the Sabbat to Oct. 15th, Winter's Night, which is the Norse New Year.

At this festival it is appropriate to wear all of your finery and dine and celebrate in a lavish setting. It is the drawing to and of family as we prepare for the winding down of the year at Samhain. It is a time to finish old business as we ready for a period of rest, relaxation, and reflection.

Symbolism of Mabon:
Second Harvest, the Mysteries, Equality and Balance.

Symbols of Mabon:
wine, gourds, pine cones, acorns, grains, corn, apples, pomegranates, vines such as ivy, dried seeds, and horns of plenty.

Herbs of Mabon:
Acorn, benzoin, ferns, grains, honeysuckle, marigold, milkweed, myrrh, passionflower, rose, sage, solomon's seal, tobacco, thistle, and vegetables.

Foods of Mabon:
Breads, nuts, apples, pomegranates, and vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and onions.

Incense of Mabon:
Autumn Blend-benzoin, myrrh, and sage.

Colors of Mabon:
Red, orange, russet, maroon, brown, and gold.

Stones of Mabon:
Sapphire, lapis lazuli, and yellow agates.

Activities of Mabon:
Making wine, gathering dried herbs, plants, seeds and seed pods, walking in the woods, scattering offerings in harvested fields, offering libations to trees, adorning burial sites with leaves, acorns, and pine cones to honor those who have passed over.

Spellworkings of Mabon:
Protection, prosperity, security, and self-confidence. Also those of harmony and balance.

Deities of Mabon:
Goddesses-Modron, Morgan, Epona, Persephone, Pamona and the Muses. Gods-Mabon, Thoth, Thor, Hermes, and The Green Man.

Mabon is considered a time of the Mysteries. It is a time to honor Aging Deities and the Spirit World. Considered a time of balance, it is when we stop and relax and enjoy the fruits of our personal harvests, whether they be from toiling in our gardens, working at our jobs, raising our families, or just coping with the hussle-bussle of everyday life. May your Mabon be memorable, and your hearts and spirits be filled to overflowing!

Adapted by Akasha Ap Emrys to share with all her friends and those of a like mind. Copyright © 1997-99 Akasha, Herne and The Celtic Connection wicca.com. All rights reserved.

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