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Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana)
Did you ever wonder why your grandmother recommended Witch Hazel (Hamemelis virginiana) for your teenage skin problems over any of the commercial treatments? She would have also recommended Witch Hazel to her friends for problems with varicose veins. Just the name “Witch Hazel” conjures up images of the wise crone woman dispensing healing wisdom for…
Read More2nd Annual Building Our Community Through Interfaith Harmony
Sunday, September 21, 2014 is the 2nd Annual Building Our Community Through Interfaith Harmony, an evening of compassionate prayers and songs. The focus of the evening’s discussion is “Justice, Peace & Faith” though interfaith reflections on humanity in an effort to bring these communities together. This event is a pre-Parliament event for the next Parliament…
Read MoreMabon and the Autumnial Equinox
According to the old Celtic Calendar, Mabon was the second harvest following Lughnasa. It is a harvest festival and a time to honor the trees. All around us we can see signs of autumn as the trees begin to change color, which is another way of reminding use of their importance and magickal significance. Some…
Read MoreCovenant of the Goddess Orange County Local Council at Pagan Pride – Los Angeles
The next event for Orange County Local Council of Covenant of the Goddess (OCLC-COG) will be Pagan Pride – Los Angeles. The event will be held once again in Long Beach, California on October 5th and will have workshops, vendors and entertainment. Pagan Pride Los Angeles, Inc. is an outgrowth of the International Pagan Pride…
Read MoreCardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)
The ancient Egyptians used Cardamom as perfume.
Read MoreIn a first-ever joint presentation ceremony, Covenant of the Goddess and Circle Sanctuary honor Military Pagan men and women.
ATLANTA, GA – On Aug. 22, 2014, the Covenant of the Goddess (CoG) and Circle Sanctuary together presented medals and ribbons to a number of Pagan men and women, recognizing them for their military service. For years, both organizations have been presenting separate military service awards to Pagans. Last Friday’s ceremony marked the first time…
Read MoreYarrow (Achillea millefolium)
One of the all-around terrific herbs to support personal strength, creativity and expression is Yarrow (Achillea millefolium). Yes, I know, it’s hard to imagine that Summer is coming to a close as the days are obviously shorter and Autumn schedules start to kick in. Where I live, community colleges have started, and folks are selecting…
Read MoreAugust brings the sun’s rays and Lammas
As the summer sun climbs higher in the sky, and the earth is warmed by its strong rays, we seek the cool indoors or under a shade tree. Gardens are bursting with healthy vegetables and fruits such as vine ripened tomatoes, and the first of the wheat and corn are being harvested. The fragrance of…
Read MoreFiber Arts with Magic
Fiber arts have been a part of human society for eons and lore tells us that it has been used in the magical arts all along. There is a rich and deep history to the fiber arts, with as many uses and spiritual practices as there are facets to a diamond. Your mind and imagination…
Read MorePsychic Fair in Orange County, CA
Saturday, June 28, 2014 the Orange County Local Council of the Covenant of the Goddess (OCLC-CoG) will host a fund-raising event in Orange County, CA. The OCLC-Cog Psychic Fair will be held beginning at 10:00a.m. until 4:00 p.m. OCLC-CoG will hold this fun event at the popular: The Dragon And The Rose 1636 E. Edinger…
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