Last Update: 25 Sep 2018
2018 Workshops
Psychopomp: Techniques for Healing the Dead with Monika Healing Coyote at 11AM
A presentation that discusses historical records of Psychopomp work, including the different deities from each pantheon that have this role (Hermes, Manannan Mac Lir, Coyote, Odin, Freya, Heimdall (to some extent), etc.). Techniques will be discussed during the reading of my own Journeywork into this realm, as well as the very real dangers and taboos. Finally, participants will discuss their own work with the Dead, and how incredibly healing and necessary the role of Psychopomp is in our current culture.
A presentation that discusses historical records of Psychopomp work, including the different deities from each pantheon that have this role (Hermes, Manannan Mac Lir, Coyote, Odin, Freya, Heimdall (to some extent), etc.). Techniques will be discussed during the reading of my own Journeywork into this realm, as well as the very real dangers and taboos. Finally, participants will discuss their own work with the Dead, and how incredibly healing and necessary the role of Psychopomp is in our current culture.
Queen Under Mound, Queen Under Wave with Aleja Nic Bhe Chuille at 11AM
This workshop centers around Fand, an Irish Goddess and Fairy Queen with whom I have a close relationship. The workshop has three parts. The first is a n overview of her lore and the roles she plays in myth, and some insight I have gained from my work with her. The second and third parts are both guided meditations with divination to meet her and ask a question: once as Fairy Queen in her husband Manannan’s sidhe mound to ask how to balance our various life roles, and once as a Queen and Goddess of the Sea to ask how to better understand our own emotional depths.
This workshop centers around Fand, an Irish Goddess and Fairy Queen with whom I have a close relationship. The workshop has three parts. The first is a n overview of her lore and the roles she plays in myth, and some insight I have gained from my work with her. The second and third parts are both guided meditations with divination to meet her and ask a question: once as Fairy Queen in her husband Manannan’s sidhe mound to ask how to balance our various life roles, and once as a Queen and Goddess of the Sea to ask how to better understand our own emotional depths.
So You're Pagan ... Now What? with Nicole South at 12PM
Being pagan. For most of us, it is a spiritual decision that may come with a big price tag. Stress on interpersonal relationships, different books on the bookshelves, and a completely different PTO schedule than what is provided by your employer, to name a few. But the local and regional pagan community is a growing, vibrant, and at times perplexing thing.
This discussion offers guidelines on what to expect on the first few steps of your own spiritual path, helpful insights that aren't written in a book, and a few stories to illustrate some personal self-deprecating pitfalls.
If you woke up this morning and suddenly realized you're pagan, this workshop is for you. If you're an old head, you are invited to gently lend your experience within a moderated question and answer.
We're all in this together, let's share what we know.
Being pagan. For most of us, it is a spiritual decision that may come with a big price tag. Stress on interpersonal relationships, different books on the bookshelves, and a completely different PTO schedule than what is provided by your employer, to name a few. But the local and regional pagan community is a growing, vibrant, and at times perplexing thing.
This discussion offers guidelines on what to expect on the first few steps of your own spiritual path, helpful insights that aren't written in a book, and a few stories to illustrate some personal self-deprecating pitfalls.
If you woke up this morning and suddenly realized you're pagan, this workshop is for you. If you're an old head, you are invited to gently lend your experience within a moderated question and answer.
We're all in this together, let's share what we know.
Soul Art with Dr. Mildred at 2PM
We use the words of famous artist Lydia Hess to describe this workshop activity that begins with a meditation leading to automatic expression from the soul. The profound beauty of the natural world speaks directly to our souls. This awakening in us a sense of the sacred, the divine and the mysterious. Seekers of all ages can experience this as they explore the effects of automatic painting and drawing. This is a session you will not want to miss.
We use the words of famous artist Lydia Hess to describe this workshop activity that begins with a meditation leading to automatic expression from the soul. The profound beauty of the natural world speaks directly to our souls. This awakening in us a sense of the sacred, the divine and the mysterious. Seekers of all ages can experience this as they explore the effects of automatic painting and drawing. This is a session you will not want to miss.
Voudoun 101 with Lady AMber Dawn / Kanzo Ambrose at 2PM
What you need to KNOW about the fastest growing African Diaspora religion in America. Will discuss the most popular Loas, what makes the Loas different from the Orisha, the 4 popular types of Voudo un and why Voudoun is SO MUCH different from the "glossy Hollywood" voodoo!
What you need to KNOW about the fastest growing African Diaspora religion in America. Will discuss the most popular Loas, what makes the Loas different from the Orisha, the 4 popular types of Voudo un and why Voudoun is SO MUCH different from the "glossy Hollywood" voodoo!
The Ankh: Metaphysical and Spiritual with Heru Ankh Ra and Diana at 3 PM
Join us in a discussion that will begin in the River Niger delta and move its way between Egypt, Islam, Judaica, Catholicism , and spread to the Esoteric. The class will begin with the symbols origin and move to its mystical uses as well as its more esoteric uses and meaning. A fascinating discussion and class between Diana W (Consigliere of Divinity Is Eternal) and Elder Heru Ankh Ra about the origins and the manifestations if the Ankh. This a is a brief discussion.
Join us in a discussion that will begin in the River Niger delta and move its way between Egypt, Islam, Judaica, Catholicism , and spread to the Esoteric. The class will begin with the symbols origin and move to its mystical uses as well as its more esoteric uses and meaning. A fascinating discussion and class between Diana W (Consigliere of Divinity Is Eternal) and Elder Heru Ankh Ra about the origins and the manifestations if the Ankh. This a is a brief discussion.
2018 Sponsors
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VendorsLuna Dragon Art Glass
Mithril Sponsor & Long Time Participant The artists at LunaRising ArtGlass and Green Dragon Art Glass have joined forces! They will be selling stained glass panels, suncatchers, ornaments, and more. Sacred and secular works will be available. Nicole Duffey, Keller Williams Realtor®
Gold Sponsor & Returning Vendor As a Northern Virginia Realtor, I help people buy and sell their homes. My #1 Priority is that you are comfortable with your decisions and achieve your goals. Sticks and Stones Circle
Gold Sponsor & Returning Participant We are a spiritual earthy kind of store (call it whatever you will) You are welcome to join us. In our store we have incense sticks, crystals, raw and polished stones, candles, herbs and oils, divination supplies, drums, jewelry, tarot cards, artwork, greeting cards, and lots more! Ancient Day
Returning Vendor We are pleased to be able to bring our passions to Pagan Pride Day again this year! We sell paintings, handmade jewelry, and baked goods. Beridan Naturals
An independent Botanical Apothecary that uses only 100% natural and organic ingredients to handcraft skincare products inspired by the ancient beauty and depth of the natural world. Botanical perfumes, lip balms and tints, facial toners, body butters, bath salts /scrubs ... etc. No harsh chemicals, artificial scents, artificial ingredients, or preservatives are ever used. In addition, we try to be as environmentally conscious with our packaging as possible. All materials used in the packaging and shipping of our products are always recyclable and reusable. Blue Star Chain Maille Designs
Returning Participant Chain Maille jewelry: bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and pendants. Hairclips and barrettes, dicebags, wrapped d20 dice for gamers, pendulums, and keychains. Created with Chaos
Crochet and knit scarves, hats, shawls, and stuffed toys. Tarot readings will also be available. Enchanted Botanicals
Returning Participant Our candles, incense and hand-care products harness the power of divine guidance and mix it with the vibrational superpowers of herbs, flowers, crystals, and essential oils. Each product is intended to help transform your mood, manifest your deepest desires, and transform your life. Enchanted Botanicals on Etsy Native Roots
Native American hand made Crafts from North, Central, and South America. Items for sale will include gemstone Jewelry, cotton dresses, leather accessories, toys and instruments. Phoenix Rising Apothecary
Holistic and natural products. Jewelry, herbs, bath salts, herbal teas, crystals, and metaphysical wares. Primrose Essentials
Long Time Participant Primrose Essentials provides handcrafted soap, bath bombs, and other personal care products using quality oils, and butters without the addition of potentially harmful detergents. Many of our products are 100% Vegan! We also hand-pour 100% Soy Candles and offer them to you, our customer, in lovely 'upcycled' Tea Cups, modern and vintage glass jars and as pillar candles of various sizes. A wide range of colors and scents are available! Raven's Own
Returning Participant Take the quirky, the spiritual, the kinky, and the beautiful. Throw it in a pot, mix it together, and you have a hint of what we offer at Raven's Own. From jewelry to japery, from tools to tomfoolery, you'll find it here! Red Bird Fiber Arts
Locally-owned fiber arts business selling hand-dyed yarns, hand-spun art yarns, and other fiber-based craft goods. Rivah Hippies
Returning Participant We are crafty pagans living in the Northern Neck of Virginia. We are surrounded by farmland and water, and this is where we take our inspiration from in the making of our products. All of the materials we use are castoffs from our landscaping business' debris pile. We are firm believers in reusing any, and everything we can. What doesn't come from the trash pile at work is harvested from our many backyard gardens. RJK
I paint fantasy and pet portraits by commission. I also sell prints of my works and handpaint my homegrown egg gourd ornaments. Serendipities
Reiki, divination, and pagan jewelry (devotional and enchanted gemstone jewelry). My husband and I are both Reiki Masters, and I've been doing divination and jewelry making for a decade or so. Serendipities on Etsy Tempered Raven
Returning Vendor Warrenton, VA based knife maker creating hand-forged and crafted blades for practical, display, or ceremonial purposes. Unclaimed Treasures
Returning Vendor Unclaimed Treasures is a unique collection of handcrafted jewelry, adornments, altered clothing, and other fabulous and fantasical oddities. From hand collected and cut tree burls to animal bones and precious stones, this collection is one of a kind with something for everyone! Virginia Academy of Fencing
Fencing academy in Northern Virginia offering Fencing and Historical Swordsmanship classes. Wyrd Armouries
Returning Participant Accessorizing your imagination! Wyrd Armouries creates handmade woodwork, leather work, and other accessories in pagan, medieval, and fantasy themes. Young Living
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Groups & Events
Hallowed Homecoming: A Samhain Retreat
Gold Sponsor & Returning Participant October 26-28, 2018. Hallowed Homecoming: A Samhain Retreat is a camping 3-day retreat in the cabins and woods of Prince William Forest Park in Northern Virginia. Here, we will step in to sacred space for the weekend to celebrate the end of the harvest and the new year, to connect with our ancestors, learn, and connect as a community. This year's special guest is Byron Ballard! NoVa Pagan Moot
Gold Sponsor & Returning Organization Once a month gathering of pagan and pagan-friendly folk. Lectures, food and community. Classical Church of Byzantium Novum
Byzantium Novum is a worldwide micronational Sovereignty Project dedicated to the rebirth of Byzantine civilization and culture. We exist as a successor state to the Byzantine Empire, holding the ultimate goal of establishing a symbolic administrative world capitol site as a physical home for this still living religious and cultural tradition. The Imperial Classical Church is the ministry of the Empire dedicated to the promotion, practice, and revival of Byzantine-era Hellenismos. Headed by M. Cassius Julianus, the Pontifex Maximus, the Classical Church maintains an active priesthood and community of worshipers. Coven of the Black Vulture
We are a Knotted Ash coven. The coven's work is influenced by heathenry, the martial arts, ceremonial magick, various healing traditions, and non-Gardnerian witchcraft. We exist for the ongoing spiritual and magickal development of our members. We seek to engage the public and help seekers along their Path. Fellowship Beyond the Star
Returning Group The Fellowship Beyond the Star (or just Fellowship) aims to provide a safe space for Pagans of a non-Wiccan bent to discuss their path and religious/spiritual interests. We are welcoming of all faiths and do not wish to promote an anti-Wiccan atmosphere; however, we have noted there is a strong concentration of Wicca-related groups in the DMV area and our hope is to provide a space for individuals of other paths to discuss and concentrate on our non-Wiccan paths. The Firefly House
The Firefly House is the largest and most active group of pagans focusing on witchcraft in the DC metro area. We’ve been serving the DC area for over 10 years. The Firefly House is a pan-Pagan organization and tradition of Wiccans, Witches, polytheists, and magick-workers based in the Washington DC area. We seek to maintain a community of individuals committed to building a deep spiritual practice, sharing knowledge, and helping one another in the journey of the Pagan experience. The Firefly House on Meetup Fertile Ground Gathering
Annual Beltane festival created to bring together the Pagan community; helping to build and strengthen the bonds among those who walk the Earth Paths in the greater Washington DC area and beyond. Located at historic Prince William Forest Park in Triangle, VA, Fertile Ground is family-inclusive and offers fantastic workshops and services, empowering rituals, spectacular entertainment, drum circles and dancing around nightly bonfires, cabin camping, fantastic meals, some very special guests and of course, dancing around the maypole! Come celebrate our eleventh year with us in 2019! Mannheim Kindred
We are an Eclectic Group of Heathens and Pagans that ascribe to Tribal Values and have regular rituals that center on the Northern Mystery Tradition, the Elder Futhark Runes, the Heathen Liturgical Calendar, the Poetic and Prose Eddas, as well as the Northern (Germanic, Norwegian, and Scandinavian) Myths and Deities. We have been flying the Heathens Against Hate flag since 2003. Mountain Mysteries Festival
Mountain Mysteries Festivals hope to create a sacred and safe space for our community, affording them an opportunity to expand their spiritual side. We want to create for you an opportunity to meet other pagans, explore new paths, and grow as a part of a community. Since the beginning of Mountain Mysteries over ten years ago, one of our major goals has been to provide opportunities for the community to spend more time together and create stronger bonds within our extended tribe. Each year we host a Beltane and Mabon Festival just for you! Your festival is a family friendly experience for all Paths to meet and participate in rituals, workshops, meet great people, and find cool supplies. Readers & Healers
Ava Lowaun
Intuitive mentorship and coaching; tarot and oracle card readings. Divinity Is Eternal
Returning Participant A Union of Psychics and Shamanic practitioners who feature some of the areas most gifted individuals. Hierophant Tarot & Astrology with Dragonfly Design Jewelry
Returning Participant Hierophant Tarot and Astrology specializes in tarot readings and astrology mini-readings. John is a professional tarot reader and astrologer with nearly 30 years of metaphysical experience. Dragonfly Design specializes in creating hand-made gemstone jewelry creations such as malas and bracelets. Peace & Laughter
Returning Participant Cheryl Giannelli, Owner Peace & Laughter is a Psychic/Medium - specializing in Crystals, Readings & Energy Work. When you have Peace & Laughter you have harmony! |