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2024 Schedule of Workshops, Rituals and Entertainment
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Kirby Park Map160 Market St,
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Cypress HaberkernCypress Haberkern is a heathen kitchen witch and writer with a passion for blending culinary arts and magick. They delight in cooking, writing, tabletop role-playing games, adventure shopping, and engaging in shenanigans. As the Director of Religious Education at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Wyoming Valley and an Officer of Wyoming Valley CUUPs, Cypress plays a pivotal role in their community. They have led numerous rituals and workshops throughout the NEPA Valley, sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for pagan practices.
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Magic & Spellcasting 101 [11:30am]Discover the enchanting world of magick and spellcasting in this introductory workshop. Designed for beginners and those wishing to deepen their understanding, "Magick & Spellcasting 101" offers an overview of fundamental principles, practices, and ethics. Participants will explore the history and traditions of modern spellcasting, learn about magickal tools, and practice creating sacred space by casting circles and invoking elemental energies. The workshop will cover the structure of spells, including intention, correspondences, timing, and wording, while emphasizing ethical considerations in magickal practice.
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Psychic Self Defense [2:30pm] [Pavillion #3]Psychic Self-Defense 101 is a workshop designed to equip you with essential tools for protecting your psychic and emotional well-being. You'll learn to identify signs of psychic attacks, cleanse your space and aura, and create strong protective barriers. This interactive session will cover practical techniques like warding and shielding, helping you maintain your energy in various environments. Rooted in inclusivity, our workshop welcomes all participants, encouraging active engagement as we explore these vital practices together.
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Paganism 101 [4:00pm] [Pavillion #1]Paganism 101 is an introductory workshop designed for those curious about or new to Paganism. This class offers a comprehensive overview of the core beliefs, practices, and diverse traditions within the Pagan path. Participants will explore the rich relationships with the Gods and some of the mythology that underpins modern Pagan practices, including nature worship, polytheism, and the reverence of ancient deities. Ideal for beginners, this class provides a welcoming space for questions and discussion, encouraging participants to embark on their own spiritual journeys with an open mind and heart.
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Rath Cobv
Rath has been called a witch by witches, a heathen by heathens, a druid by druids, a shaman by shamans. He is a traditionally trained High Priest, and seidhr worker. Rath has led open to the public rituals for the Fertile Ground Gathering, Moonfire CUUPS, and Open Sabbat celebrations at Sacred Circle Bookshop. He has taught publicly from 2008 onwards. Shenandoah Midsummer, Fertile Ground Gathering, the Firefly Housewarming, Northern Virginia Pagan Pride Day, Moonfire CUUPS group, Sacred Circle Bookshop, Northern Virginia Pagan Moot, Hallowed Homecoming Samhain Retreat, Frederick (Maryland) Pagan Pride Day, Frederick CUUPS, and Wyoming Valley CUUPS.
Using your Body in Ritual [12:30pm] [Pavillion #1]Using your body in ritual. Our bodies can be one of our most powerful tools, IF we are conscious of it, and choose to engage with it. This movement based participatory workshop looks at ways we can tap into the energies inherent within ourselves, as well as how we can tap into the magickal energies beyond our tactile reach. we will touch on techniques from chi gung, kung fu, yoga, ceremonial magick, and shamanic influenced embodiment practices. This workshop is open to practitioners of all traditions and pagan faiths.
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Service to the Great Queen (The Morrigan) [2:30pm] [Pavillion #1]Service to the Great Queen (The Morrigan.) Description: In service to the Great Queen, working with An Morrigan. This devotional interaction will cover some of the lore surrounding the Phantom Queen, Her interactions within the Tuatha De Danaan, and her tri-partite nature. We will share modern gnosis related to working with Her, including some of the pitfalls and blessings of being in Her service. This workshop is for all who have need of Her, and those who will serve.
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Let the Sun shine inside (Yoga) with Sahejpreet Kaur (Sue) Crawford [1:00pm] [Pavillion #2]
This class will focus on developing your Sun energy. When you have a lot of sun energy you are energetic, expressive, and enthusiastic. It is the energy of purification. It aids digestion. It makes the mind clear, analytic and action-oriented. The kriya will systematically stimulate your inner sunshine through pranayama (breath-work), meditation and yoga. We will follow our practice with a gong bath relaxation and then end with chanting accompanied by guitar.
Wear comfortable, loose clothes and bring a yoga mat and or bolster if you have one. We will have some extra mats available and will provide some props. If accessibility is needed, let us know, so we can arrange for chair yoga for you.
Wear comfortable, loose clothes and bring a yoga mat and or bolster if you have one. We will have some extra mats available and will provide some props. If accessibility is needed, let us know, so we can arrange for chair yoga for you.
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Sahejpreet Kaur (Sue) Crawford certified yoga teacher since 2012, certified in Kundalini Yoga since 2015. Kundalini yoga is a dynamic and transformative practice, building physical strength and stamina, enhancing cognitive function, emotional fitness and spiritual connection.
I became a yoga teacher because I have personally experienced healing of mind, body and soul in my yoga practice - my hope as a teacher is to light a spark in each student to seek wholeness and healing through their own yoga practice. |
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Working with Shadow with Shannon Saylor [11:30am] [Pavillion #3]
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Dive deep into the hidden parts of yourself and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. In this workshop, we’ll explore the powerful practice of shadow work, helping you uncover and integrate the repressed and hidden aspects of your psyche. Through guided visualizations, practical tools, and open discussions, you'll learn to embrace your whole self—light and shadow alike. Whether you’re new to shadow work or looking to deepen your practice, this workshop offers a supportive space for personal growth and empowerment.
Shannon has been a practicing Witch for over a decade with a focus on mystical experiences. Like many in the Pagan world, her personal practice is a self-constructed, trial-and-errored amalgamation of techniques, beliefs and traditions cobbled together from many different sources. Shannon is a member of the Temple of Witchcraft, Manager of Wyoming Valley CUUPs and Vice President of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Wyoming Valley. Her Paganism is steeped in both Hellenic and Heathen devotion.
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The Colors of Healing with Freyja Stormegarden [1:30pm] [Pavillion #1]
The Colors of Healing is an immersive experience designed to help you start to heal your weakest link within your body and regain control over your mind, soul, and destiny. Using therapeutic practices and guided meditations, Freyja will guide the group into their inner psyche to discover and release their deepest fears and insecurities. Sign up for the Colors of Healing workshop today if you’re ready to embrace the next phase of your life with joy and positivity!
Freyja Stormegarden, (born Anastasia Moreo), is the CEO and founder of Fabulous Fibonacci, LLC. She is a modern contemporary artist, activist, counselor, coach, Ordained Minister, singer, lyricist, and musician. She has a background in Social Work & Reiki Energy Healing and uses her combined experience of mindfulness practices, Social Work techniques, and Energy Healing to help develop & cultivate a Holistic Healing Practice, one that is centered on building upon Gratitude, Self-Love and Self-Care as the Foundation for Success in all other aspects of your life. She is an experienced trauma counselor, Life Coach, Health Coach, and Spiritual Mentor. She is a natural Empath, Intuitive Energy Reader, and psychic and has used her extra senses to craft a specific collection of specialized Self Care Kits, handcrafted and made to order with Love and Intention. Her experience and expertise extends further into holistic Chakra Healing techniques, and she has helped birth into the world Fabulous Fibonacci, LLC and their first installment of Self Care Kits: Chakra Collection. These kits help you to get to the core of the energetic blockages in your life, gently start to unravel them, and release this energy to be transmuted towards your Highest Good. Freyja works with her clients to cultivate personalized coaching, kits, health plans, and a variety of other holistic services to suit her client’s needs best and firmly believes in the power of Community and Servant Leadership.
Freyja Stormegarden, (born Anastasia Moreo), is the CEO and founder of Fabulous Fibonacci, LLC. She is a modern contemporary artist, activist, counselor, coach, Ordained Minister, singer, lyricist, and musician. She has a background in Social Work & Reiki Energy Healing and uses her combined experience of mindfulness practices, Social Work techniques, and Energy Healing to help develop & cultivate a Holistic Healing Practice, one that is centered on building upon Gratitude, Self-Love and Self-Care as the Foundation for Success in all other aspects of your life. She is an experienced trauma counselor, Life Coach, Health Coach, and Spiritual Mentor. She is a natural Empath, Intuitive Energy Reader, and psychic and has used her extra senses to craft a specific collection of specialized Self Care Kits, handcrafted and made to order with Love and Intention. Her experience and expertise extends further into holistic Chakra Healing techniques, and she has helped birth into the world Fabulous Fibonacci, LLC and their first installment of Self Care Kits: Chakra Collection. These kits help you to get to the core of the energetic blockages in your life, gently start to unravel them, and release this energy to be transmuted towards your Highest Good. Freyja works with her clients to cultivate personalized coaching, kits, health plans, and a variety of other holistic services to suit her client’s needs best and firmly believes in the power of Community and Servant Leadership.
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Drumming Workshop with Damien Dillion [1:30pm] [Pavillion #3]Come together as we welcome Damien Dillon for a class on Drum Circles. A drum circle is a celebration of life, community, and music-making in the moment. Damien will be going over various techniques with the Djembe drums and other similar styles most commonly used in a circle. While there are some drums available, it is recommended to bring a drum if you have one.
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Labyrinth Workshop with Eric [12:30PM] [Pavillion #3]
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Discover the power and energy of the Labyrinth! Labyrinths are ancient archetypical structures that have been used for thousands of years for meditative practices, rituals, and more. In this workshop you will learn how to build a labyrinth, feel and harness the energies of a labyrinth, and explore the myriad ways to walk a labyrinth. A labyrinth can evoke metaphor, sacred geometry, spiritual pilgrimage, self-discovery, mindfulness, environmental art, or any or all of these. How will you experience the labyrinth?
Eric Peisel has been a practicing pagan for over 40 years. He described himself as an eclectic mystic, having extensively studied Runes, Tarot, Numerology, Astrology, Geomancy, and what he calls, "Mathemagicks." He served in the US army for over 24 years, has led several small pagan groups, and currently serves as an officer of Wyoming Valley CUUPS and a board member to the UUCWV. |
Drum Circle with Robert Kennedy [4:00PM] [Pavillion #3]
Come together for community with sounds of rhythm and connection! A drum circle is a celebration of life, community, and music-making in the moment.
Please bring hand drums, shakers and other hand percussion. A few percussion instruments will be available if you do not have your own.
Please bring hand drums, shakers and other hand percussion. A few percussion instruments will be available if you do not have your own.
DON'T FOR GET TO CHECK OUT THE MEER PLAYING AT 3:00PM AT PAVILLION #2
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