Witchcraft
“Tis’ near Halloween”
Are you ready? Let’s be safe out there!
Orange County Covenant of the Goddess’s Mabon Ritual in the Park
Join the Orange County Local Council of the Covenant of the Goddess (OCLC – CoG) at their public ritual in the park for Mabon. The Mabon Ritual is scheduled for Sunday, September 13th from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.. The event is being held at: Gutosky Park, 9201 Ferris Ln, Garden Grove, CA 92841. This…
Read MoreOnce in a Blue Moon
There have been facts and fiction written, and shared through oral traditions, about Blue Moons. Today, our definition is scientific (albeit, based on writer error) based on our ever-increasing knowledge about the universe where we live. According to David Wilton’s fabulous Word Origins website, the phrase Blue Moon probably started with an anonymous poem from…
Read MoreMerry Meet 2015
There may be interesting work coming out of Covenant of the Goddess (CoG) during their annual conference, MerryMeet 2015. MerryMeet 2015 will be held in Ontario, California from August 13-16, 2015! The National Covenant of the Goddess annual event features advanced workshops, magickal vendors, Murder Mystery, rituals – and did I mention networking. Meet Pagan…
Read MoreLunar eclipse a time for reflection
On April 4, 2015 there will be a total lunar eclipse which will be visible in Southern California. Also referred to as Blood Moon. According to The Witchipedia, A total lunar eclipse occurs when the moon passes completely into the Earth’s shadow (umbra) and is thus should be completely darkened, but due to the way…
Read MoreOstara, Spring Equinox
This year, Spring Equinox, or Ostara, will be March 20th. What are your plans to celebrate this year?
Read MoreOCLC-CoG attending Long Beach Women’s Spirit Fair at Winter Solstice
The Long Beach Women’s Spirit Fair will once again take place December 6, 2014. The Orange County Local Council of Covenant of the Goddess (OCLC-CoG) will attend and provide information about CoG. This winter in addition to providing information on the benefits of CoG, and how to become a member, the OCLC will have handmade…
Read MoreRemembering ancestors through traditional foods
There are many traditions for Samhain such as ancestor alters, costumes, and especially food and drink. One way we remember our ancestors is through the making of our favorite foods for Samhain. The ingredients may have meaning, as well as the process used to combine and bake/cook these tasty treats. Here are a couple of…
Read MoreWitch 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…
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