Doreen Valiente

by Rowan | Feb 26, 2024

Doreen Valiente was Gerald Gardner’s High Priestess, and the author of The Charge of the Goddess, along with many moving pieces of Pagan poetry and ritual. She hasn’t received the attention of her more famous colaborator, and she should. Learn why and how...

The McMartin Preschool Case

by Rowan | Feb 20, 2024 | Class Info

The McMartin Preschool Case took place at the height of the Satanic Panic of the 1980’s and was the most expensive trial ever conducted by the State of California. Outlandish claims of Satanic rituals, child sacrifice and secret tunnels not only drove McMartin’s...

The Roots of Celtic Neopaganism: How The Irish Saved Civilization

by Rowan | Feb 13, 2024 | Class Info

Blessed Beavers moved to February 17 February 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Why do so many Neo Pagans consider themselves Celtic Pagans? Join us for an evening where we explore topics that help us understand the influence of the Celts on Paganism today. We will look at...

Fear and Courage in Pagan Spirituality

by Rowan | Feb 5, 2024 | Class Info

February 9 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm All of us have fears. Every one of us. As people who are growing spiritually, we need to face those fears, understand them, and transform them… using all the skills and magickal techniques we can muster. This is part of Shadow...

Imbolc Friday Fireside Online Ritual

by Rowan | Jan 29, 2024 | Class Info

February 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join the Ardantane team for an ONLINE observance of Imbolg (or Candlemas), the celebration of the Celtic Goddess Brighid and the cross-quarter between the winter solstice and spring equinox. Participants should have something on...