Sirius Rising Program (July 18 – 24)

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HOME IS WHERE THE SPIRIT IS
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July 18 - July 24
Brushwood Folklore Center LLC
www.brushwood.com • sherman, ny
Thank you! Again, thanks to all those that help make
this happen! Thanks to the volunteers, presenters,
attendees, everyone!! The community as a whole grows
stronger every year because of the things you do.
And, for those of you who like to plan ahead...
Come and enjoy two weeks of Festival at Brushwood in 2017!!
SANKOFA IS JULY 10 - 16, 2017
SIRIUS RISING IS JULY 17 - 23, 2017
Your thoughts and comments are needed. We want to continue to make Sirius Rising
something special to the Community. It is truly a “festival of the people” - What did you like?
What didn’t you? What would you like to see in the future?
Write to us online [email protected] - subject: Sirius Rising Comments
Table of Contents
Welcome............................................................................................................................. 4
Sirius Highlights..........................................................................................................................4
Workshops and Activities............................................................................................................4
Festival Guidelines......................................................................................................................5
Helpful Hints...............................................................................................................................5
Monday Schedule.......................................................................................................... 6 - 9
Tuesday Schedule...................................................................................................... 10 - 14
Wednesday Schedule................................................................................................. 15 - 19
Thursday Schedule.................................................................................................... 20 - 24
Friday Schedule......................................................................................................... 25 - 29
Saturday Schedule..................................................................................................... 30 - 34
Speaker Bios............................................................................................................. 35 - 38
Sirius Rising XXII
marks both the 22nd anniversary of the festival,
and Celebrates the Season of Growth and Change
to Sirius Rising “Home is Where the Spirit is”
22nd year
Sirius Rising Highlights
Workshops and Activities
five year cycle, traversing the Wheel of the Year (Spring, Summer,
Fall, Winter). For each of the four seasons we dedicate a year of
our path, and in the fifth we shall journey through the sum of the
Wheel itself, and welcome the Dragon once again. In the Year of
Spring, we obtained the Brushwood staff. The staff was the first
talisman of the Dragon. We learned that to entice the Dragon to
return, we must gather the gifts, prove we are ready, and open
the way. This is the Year of Summer, and a new talisman awaits.
A different mythology will be used at each night’s ritual to honor
the elements beginning with Air, then Fire, Water, Earth and
Spirit, culminating in our Saturday Night Celebration and ritual
bonfire.
Pavilion, except the Mickeys who will perform at the Labyrinth
Friday evening. We encourage you to enhance your festival
experience by joining the audience. Your presence supports
the performing artists and helps build a sense of community.
Bring a comfortable chair, blanket, and beverage, and enjoy the
entertainment. See the daily schedule for information about
music performances.
Nightly Rituals – Last year was the beginning of our current Nightly Music Concerts – Performances will be at the Main
Ritual Attire – Many enjoy wearing colors to rituals that
correlate with the daily elemental theme (air-yellow, fire-red,
water-blue, earth-green, and spirit-white/purple). Check each
day for ritual descriptions in the program. Nightly Rituals begin
at 8:30 pm.
Teens’ Program – Teen specific workshops and activities
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are designated by
in the program. In general, teens are
welcomed at any workshop unless designated “Adult Only”.
Check the workshop’s description -- if in doubt, ask. Teen specfic
programs have the symbol before the class name. Classes that
are encouraging attendance by teens as well as adults have the
symbol after the description. There is a teen space “hang out”
pavilion hidden in plain sight and number of activities planned
throughout the week. See posted guidelines for Teen Space use.
Program – Kids’ workshops and activities are designated
Honor Ancestors – Those interested in honoring the ancestors Kids’
by  in the program. Many of the other workshops welcome the
before the nightly rituals will meet at the Ancestor Shrine at
8:00 pm and process to the nightly ritual.
The Saturday Celebration – begins with CuDubh (“Koo-
Doo”) at 9:00 pm at the Main Pavilion. The sounds of ancient
thundering war drums and skirling dual bagpipes with belly
dancing should not be missed. CuDubh will lead a traditional
procession to the Bonfire Field after the concert (10:00 pm). Feel
free to dress up in elemental colors (yellow, green, red, blue, and
white/purple) and stand in the corresponding direction during
the fire lighting ceremony.
kids when they are accompanied by a parent -- see the program
description. And when in doubt, ask the speaker. The children’s
main “hang out” is Kids’ Village, but this is not a daycare or a
place to drop off your kids even during workshops.
Sweat Lodge (Be Prepared) – Please make sure you check-
in at the Rowan’s Camp near the North Stage 24 hours before
the sweat for information and instructions about how to prepare
yourself. Men’s Sweat is Wednesday, the Mixed Sweat is Thursday
and Women’s Sweat is Friday.
and Sacred Spaces – There are many areas at
Ritual Staff – In 2004, a beautiful ritual staff was made by dear Shrines
Brushwood that have been created and are being developed
friends from ironwood that grew on the Land and mower blades
used to carve out the land that is now Brushwood. It is decorated
with charms representative of those who have led Sirius Rising
bonfire rituals in the past. The Staff represents the community’s
support and the Brushwood family’s commitment to continue
the Sirius Rising festival and preserving this sacred space.
Brushwood family members hold the staff during Saturday’s
Celebration.
with specific intent. The Nemeton and Runestead are lovely sites
that have been long established and you should make a point
to visit them during your stay. The Watcher can be found just
North of the Runestead. Efforts led by members of the Visioning
Team are also underway to further develop elemental shrines
(Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit) as well as the Ancestor Area.
This shrine development is an ongoing process and others are
welcomed and encouraged to join us in the future.
Brushwood Radio 90.3 FM – Enjoy music, festival Additional Fees – Some workshops require additional fees to
interviews, concert broadcasts, storytelling, and campground
information. Program highlights will be announced daily.
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recover the cost of materials. Please look through the program
and be aware of the fees.
Vehicles – Parking is free across the road from the campground
and should be used by those needing to come and go frequently.
Vehicles are allowed on the campground (for a fee) to park
near your campsite or to drop off gear. You should not be
driving around the campground. When entering or leaving the
campground, follow posted speed limit (5 mph) and one-way
signs. Do not drive during workshops or performances (roads
may be closed at those times). Do not drive after dark. Special
passes are provided to those with special needs to drive.
Go Green: Carry In - Carry Out your trash and recycling.
Festival Guidelines
We want you to have a good time so everyone is required to
show respect for each other and to promote a safe, peaceful, and
friendly environment. Please follow the Brushwood Guidelines
including Pool Rules, which you received at the Registration
Desk. You are also expected to follow posted signs (e.g., Pool and
Spa Rules, Parking, Speed Limits, etc.). Disruptive behavior of
any kind will shorten your stay; there are no refunds. Details to
help understand the guidelines during festivals are provided in
the following paragraphs for you.
• Children’s (under 18) safety continues to be one of our highest
priorities. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the safety and
well being of their children at all times.
• Guardians must be over 21 years old and provide a notarized
letter upon arrival on site (letter details are found on the website
or at the registration desk.)
• Parents/Guardians must be at the campground with the
child at all times. If Parents/Guardians leave the campground
(e.g., run an errand), they should take their children with them.
• Children under 13 years old must be in the line of sight of
their parents/guardians or with a babysitter.
• Babysitters must be 13 or over, must know where the Parents/
Guardians are at the campground and have a method to speak
with parents/guardians immediately (i.e., cell phone or radio).
• Children 13 – 17 years old do not need to be in the line of
sight of their parents/guardians, but they must know where the
parents/guardians are at the campground and have a method to
speak with them immediately (i.e., cell phone or radio).
• Teen Space is for relaxing and hanging out; see posted
guidelines and follow them.
Anything you can do to reduce the amount of trash produced
would be helpful. A trash transfer and recycling station is located
in Sherman on Rt. 76 near the I-86 on and off ramp, open on
Tuesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Water Conservation – Please conserve water. Some
conservation techniques are listed in the Brushwood Guidelines.
Enjoying Your Stay
Food – The Sankofa Café is serving breakfast, lunch and dinner
daily, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. with extended hours on weekends.
Phil’s Grill is also open daily, serving Mediterranean Cuisine and
specialty items. Snacks are available at the Brushwood Store.
Recommended offsite groceries: Mack’s Market in Sherman, NY
and Wegmans in Lakewood, NY and Erie, PA.
Helpful Hints: Bring a folding chair or blanket to sit on during
workshops and performances. Drink water! Wear sunscreen.
Take care of yourself and get rest. The festival atmosphere is
exciting, but don’t forget to sleep, eat, and watch out for each
other.
ATM – The bank is on Main Street in Sherman, NY and the ATM
is on Miller Street side of the bank.
Volunteering – The volunteers are an integral part of the
festival. They are the unsung heroes that keep Brushwood safe,
clean and working effectively. (They also help keep the cost of
the festival low so it can be enjoyed by so many.) No job is more
important than another; it is working together that makes the
real difference. Please take the time to thank the volunteers
when they are helping. If you are interested in becoming part
of the volunteer community, go to the volunteer page on our
website (brushwood.com) and submit your applications online
by May 1, 2017.
• Curfew is 12:00 a.m./midnight for all those under 18. Parents/
Guardians must be with their children (0-17) after this time.
• Parents/Guardians of those 13-17 are strongly encouraged
to accompany children to the roundhouse at all times.
• More stringent rules and earlier curfews may be implemented,
when necessary.
Photographs – Respect each other’s privacy. Cellular phone
technology has made it impossible to ban photographs, but
we require discretion. Photographs are ONLY allowed with
the permission of those being photographed. Especially be
considerate about posting photographs on social networking
sites (e.g. Facebook). You must ask specifically if you can post
someone’s photograph. There will be a few staff photographers
with identification working throughout the festival, but they
will be using the utmost discretion. If you do not want your
photograph taken, please politely tell the photographer.
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
9:30 a.m. NERTHUS PROCESSION................................................... Brushwood Community...........................Main Pavilion
9:30 a.m. Intro to Old World Granny Magick.................................... Sandy Caswell .......................................Storytelling Pavilion
9:30 a.m. Creativity........................................................................ Gavin & Yvonne Frost .............................East Shire
9:30 a.m. Identifying Your Genius Loci............................................. Claudia Messier .....................................East Meadow
9:30 a.m. Energy Medicine for Women............................................ Stacy Newman .......................................North Pavilion
9:30 a.m. Homeopathy................................................................... Gregory Peechatt ...................................Studio
10:00 a.m.
 Morning Story and Crafts.......................................... TJ & Cynthia Laffan.................................Kid Village
11:30 a.m. Women’s Health & Hygiene for the Happy Vagina............ Lori Albright ...........................................East Shire
11:30 a.m. What’s New in Witchcraft Studies 2016?......................... Skip Clark ..............................................East Meadow
11:30 a.m. Basic Zentangle ........................................................ Karen Crittenden ....................................Studio
11:30 a.m.
 Kids Origami............................................................. Diana Hiatt..............................................Kid Village
11:30 a.m. Introduction to the Runes................................................ Diana Paxson .........................................Runestead
11:30 a.m. Ritual Analysis: the LBRP................................................. Gretchen Schork ....................................North Pavilion
1:30 p.m. Mexican Folk Healing...................................................... Joy Wedmedyk ......................................East Shire
1:30 p.m. Stone Soup Kitchen
................................................. Tom Haffie .............................................Studio
1:30 p.m. Sacred Timing................................................................. Breighton & Kathleen Dawe ...................East Meadow
1:30 p.m.
 The Stars and Me..................................................... Jo Frost .................................................Kid Village
1:30 p.m. The “Other” Rhythm Circle.............................................. Liz Holland .............................................Storytelling Paviion
1:30 p.m. Dimensions of Paganism................................................. Ann Groa Sheffield..................................Runestead
1:30 p.m
Fire Safety...................................................................... Christina Bingham .................................Roundhouse Field
3:30 p.m. Fire Spinner Community Meeting.................................... Fuego.....................................................Roundhouse Field
3:30 p.m. Making Sugar Skulls ($10).............................................. Fredde Hollman.......................................Studio
3:30 p.m. Painting from Within........................................................ Starlet Lebrun.........................................East Meadow
3:30 p.m. Be the Bunny.................................................................. Kiana Love .............................................East Shire
3:30 p.m. Global Spirits Ritual for the Spirits of Energy.................... Firesong .................................................North Stage
5:30 p.m. Clothing Optional/Nudism: Protocol................................. Bill Lauff.................................................East Shire
5:30 p.m. Coven Craft Without Binary Gender.................................. Thista Minai ...........................................East Meadow
5:30 p.m. Shimmy Round the World................................................ Sadira Saraswati.....................................Storytelling Pavilion
5:30 p.m. Growing Oyster Mushrooms............................................ Anomie Jo..............................................North Pavilion
5:30 p.m. Changing Families........................................................... Raven Emslie .........................................Studio
8:00 p.m. Ancestor Walk................................................................. Kinder Clan.............................................Ancestor Mound
8:30 p.m. East Ritual ........................................................................................................................Stone Circle / Air Shrine
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
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Main Pavilion 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
North Pavilion
NERTHUS PROCESSION
Diana Paxson and the Brushwood Community
Traditional cultures all over the world honor the Earth Goddess.
All are invited to join in this morning welcome and procession
on the first day of the festival, in which we bring Brushwood’s
own image of the goddess Nerthus (of the Northern European
traditions) from her island in the pond, process her triumphantly
through the campground to bless us with grounding, peace and
fellowship, and install her in the Runestead so that all can honor
Her with offerings during the festival. In Tacitus’ Germania, it is
written that Nerthus must remain covered at all times and that
only Her honored servants could gaze upon Her and were ritually
drowned after doing so. And since we all know what Brushwood
is like in the mud, we ask that festival attendees honor this sacred
tradition. Join the parade and bring the Earth Mother to Sirius
Rising with drumming and song. Bring drums, flowers, offerings
and colored scarves to wave.  Children especially welcomed.
SHE IS COMING, SHE IS COMING, WITH THE GIFTS OF THE EARTH,
SHE IS COMING FROM HER ISLAND IN THE SEA. SHE IS COMING,
SHE IS COMING BRINGING JOY, BRINGING MIRTH, SHE IS COMING
TO SET US FREE!!
Led by Brushwood Folklore Center, LLC’s heathen community...
Meet in front of the Main Pavilion.
Energy Medicine for Women
Stacy Newman All Welcome
Are hormones creating havoc in your life? Learn how your own
energies and your environment can trigger hormone imbalance.
Empower yourself with simple Energy Medicine techniques to
help regulate your hormonal balance and revitalize your life. We
will explore issues including calming stress hormones, weight
management, the monthly crazies, menopause and so much
more. Bring your questions! This workshop is appropriate for
women of all ages and men are welcome too!
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Studio
Homeopathy - Layman’s Medicine
for the 21st Century
Gregory Peechatt All Welcome
Currently Homeopathy is the second most widely used medicine
in the world for primary care. It is the gentlest form of medicine
without any adverse effects. It does not need prescription and is
available in many health food stores and on line. It is the most
cost-effective medicine for the layman. Workshop illustrates basic
principles of Homeopathy and how to use it effectively for daily
health needs. It Works by enhancing individual’s vital energy.
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10:00 a.m.
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9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Storytelling Pavilion TJ Laffan, the Great and Powerful
Intro to Old World Granny Magick
Sandy Caswell All Welcome
When the self-sufficient, pragmatic people from the mountains
of Scotland, Ireland and Wales began immigrating to America in
the 1700’s, their healers, prophets and spiritual intermediaries
were called Wise Women, Granny Women and Granny Witches.
Grannies were responsible for the physical and spiritual health
of their clans. Relying heavily on common sense and herbal
medicine, they prayed & chanted, made lotions and potions,
charms and spells, birthed, healed and buried their people.
Kid Village
Children with Parent
Kids, bring your parental units and hear some great morning
stories before game time. Parents, it’s a great way to ease into
the day while you enjoy some time with your child. We’ll color
while we listen and create a fabulous mural! Then: Glue! Paper!
Scissors and feathers and wood and paint and glitter, glitter,
glitter... these are what childhood memories are made of! Every
morning more crafty fun for children and their parental units
alike. Donations gratefully accepted. Parents must stay with
their children – there are no babysitting services at Kid Village
and children cannot be left alone there even during workshops.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
East Shire
9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
East Shire
Creativity
Gavin & Yvonne Frost All Welcome
How creative are you? What is scientific creativity? Art creativity?
Musical creativity? More important perhaps is religious creativity,
which religions were created from a singularity? Is everything
just borrowed, is it based on prior thinking and doing? What
is the effect of constraints? Does limiting the variables help
with creation? This workshop asks far more questions than it
answers, it is up to the participants to solve the riddle of their
own creativity.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
East Meadow
Identifying Your Genius Loci
Claudia Messier All Welcome
Do you live alone? Are you sure? Over the extensive history of our
planet, there are very few places that have not been occupied by
people at some time. And where humans go, their metaphysical
companions go too. Ghosts, demons, demigods, and fae folk, the
unseen and sometimes seen, they are all around us. Learn who
your unidentified roommates are and how to relate to them.
Women’s Health & Hygiene for the Happy Vagina
Lori Albright Adult Only
Knowledge is POWER! This is open discussion about vaginal Health
and Hygiene, Sexuality and Safety, Politics and Paternalism, and
Resources. Open to all women. Women under 18 must have an
adult female accompany them. This will be a very frank discussion.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
East Meadow
What’s New in Witchcraft Studies 2016?
Skip Clark All Welcome
The resurgence in scholarly and popular interest in the Burning
Times has been remarkable over the past decade. New works
appear in the press and in journals and magazines almost monthly.
Come and find out what we have learned that’s new over the past
year or so about this important time in our past.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Studio
Basic Zentangle
Karen Crittenden Teen Friendly (13-17)
In this workshop we will learn the basics of Zentangle. This is
an art form that has been taking the art community by storm.
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We will have a brief history of Zentangle and then jump right in
learning how to “tangle.” We will discuss the merits of Zentangle
as a meditative art form and how to continue your practice after
you go home.
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Kid Village
 Kids Origami
Diana Hiatt
Kid Friendly (0-12)
Come learn to fold the sanpan (a small canoe), cup, page corner
(bookmark), and catapult with hoop. These are fun and easy
designs that kids will love to make. Origami paper provided.
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Runestead
Introduction to the Runes
Diana Paxson All Welcome
The Elder, Anglo-Saxon, and Viking runes, Historical and
mythological origins, resources. This is part of a week-long Runic
Intensive providing an introduction to the Elder Futhark and the
ways in which the runes can be used for magic, divination, and
healing. During the course of the week students will make rune
sets or a rune wand. Attending all 5 sessions is recommended
but not required.
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
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Kid Village
 The Stars and Me
Jo Frost Kid Friendly (0-12)
Children will make a pinhole chart of their birth constellation
and read stories that relate to their star sign. We will talk about
how navigating by the stars and moon were so important and led
to today’s GPS.
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Storytelling Pavilion
The “Other” Rhythm Circle
Liz Holland Adult Only
We’ll explore making rhythms beyond the djembe. Bells,
blocks, woods, other skinned instruments and various metallics.
Instruments will be provided or feel free to bring your own - as
long as it’s not a djembe! All levels and experience welcome.
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Runestead
Dimensions of Paganism
Gretchen Schork All Welcome
Improve the effects of this standard ritual by analyzing the how
and why of its working. Based on Qabalah, no prior knowledge
is required.
Ann Groa Sheffield
All Welcome
Why do non-Pagans (and new Pagans) often have difficulty coming
to grips with how we view and do things? What are the roots of some
of the divisions within Paganism and Heathenry? Drawing on work
by sociologists of religion, including Ninian Smart’s “dimensions of
the sacred” and Stephen Prothero’s insight that different religions
respond to different fundamental questions, we will discuss how
these concepts might apply to Pagans/Heathens and help us to
communicate more effectively.
Mexican Folk Healing
Fire Safety
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North Pavilion
Ritual Analysis: the LBRP
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East Shire
Joy Wedmedyk All Welcome
Curanderismo is a folk healing tradition practiced in Mexico and
the Southwest USA. Learn how prayer, herbs, flowers, Saints
and eggs are used to cure unbalanced conditions such as fright,
envy, and soul loss. An egg cleansing will be discussed and
demonstrated in the class.
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Studio
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Roundhouse Field
Christina Bingham All Welcome
Keep your community or festival safe when you host fire spinning
at your event. This class covers fire safety protocol as endorsed by
the National Fire Artists Association. We teach everything from
proper safety techniques, costuming, how to communicate with the
authorities, and the importance of sobriety.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Roundhouse Field
Stone Soup Kitchen and Cooking in Community Fire Spinner Community Meeting Tom Haffie Teen Friendly (13-17) Burn Field Basics
We’ll start with a soup pot and a magic stone. Please bring a
few vegan ingredients to enrich the broth. We will chop and
chat, exploring food as love, food as nutrition and cooking as
community service. When the soup is ready, we’ll share with
the Brushwood community.
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East Meadow
Sacred Timing: Power Days & Cycles within Cycles
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Breighton & Kathleen Dawe All Welcome
Timing is everything! There are many cycles inherent in nature.
Learn to identify these cycles and understand their significance.
We will discuss cycles of 3, 4, 7, and 12, and the sacred geometry
that governs them as practiced by the Rosicrucian, Huna, Gypsy,
Egyptian, Native American, and Celtic cultures. Calculate your
current cycle and phase -- lifetime, annual, daily, and intra-year.
Fuego and Zimra
All Welcome
This is a mandatory meeting for anyone interested in spinning fire
during Sirius Rising. At this meeting we will go over the ground
rules of spinning on Brushwood property: what is allowed, what
is not, waivers, when and where to spin, and any other ground
rules, both basic and Brushwood specific. We will also set up the
Sirius Rising Burn field. Fire Safety class is REQUIRED to spin fire
at Brushwood.
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Studio
Making Sugar Skulls
Fredde Hollman All Welcome
Making Sugar Skulls: It’s not just for Day of the Dead anymore.
A brief explanation of the origins of sugar skulls and what they
meant to Mezzo Americans and how their usage has evolved
in the modern world. Each participant will get to design and
decorate their own sugar skull to take with them (cost $10.00
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each) class limit of 10. Plaster of paris skull blanks will be
provided.
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East Meadow
Painting from Within
Starlet Lebrun
All Welcome
In this workshop participants will start by being lead into a
hypnotic trance in order to unleash their creative spirit and
create a one of a kind painting. Allow the festival energies to
surround you and come out in a beautiful one of a kind painting
that you can take home to enjoy and remember the spirit of the
moment.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
East Shire
Be the Bunny
Kiana Love All Welcome
Cute, silly, sacred, fertile, joyous, fierce, trickster, wild. This
nocturnal animal of prey, sacred to the Goddess and the moon
invites you to surrender to the mystery. Shape-shift, dance with
delight, invoke through story, dance, play, costume. Discover
your inner bunny. Harness bunny medicine to find your joy,
courage and strength even in a dangerous world.
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North Stage
Global Spirits Ritual for the Spirits of Energy
Firesong
All Welcome
Celebrate the Energy of Fire, of Summer, and/or the Energy of
whatever you personally need now. Described as Unitarian
Universalist Voodoo, this pantheistic trance possession ritual
includes song, dance, drumming, art, and Spirits. Optional to
bring: a Spirit of Energy you wish to honor; a song and design
for them, if you have them; drums; food; drink; altar items.
Participants may come and go at will. FAQ sheets provided for
further information.
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East Shire
Clothing Optional/Nudism: Protocol
Bill Lauff
Adult Only
How do you casHelping the “new” nudist and non-nudist learn
about naturism with an emphasis on protocol and etiquette.
Improve your understanding of the different reasons for naturism
and the feelings naturists experience in a clothing optional
environment. There will be lots of opportunity to for open
discussion and questions. Seasoned nudists are also welcome to
come share their stories.
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East Shire
Coven Craft Without Binary Gender
Thista Minai All Welcome
How do you cast a circle without a priest or priestess? What
dynamic roles can arise when officiators shed the cultural
associations of binary gender, and explore other modes of
complementary function? Come learn how to set an altar, call the
quarters, and honor the Gods in ways that can reflect, support,
and celebrate any gender identity.
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
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Shimmy Round the World
Sadira Saraswati
All Welcome
A workshop on the many different countries that have bellydance
and the differences in style dress and perception of the dancer.
Some countries revere the dancer some revere/despise. Some
are in tunics some scantily clad etc. The social reasons for this
form of dance and its ramifications on women. Its origins. In
some parts of the world, its use is to bring babies into the world,
but there is so much more.
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North Pavilion
Growing Oyster Mushrooms
with a Cultivation Kit
Anomie Jo
All Welcome
Oyster mushrooms are easy to grow at home! I will provide a kit
for participants and show you how to start the magic! No need
for fancy equipment or sterile workplace needed.
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Studio
Changing Families
Raven Emslie
All Welcome
A new chick in your nest? Awed by the intense love you feel?
Terrified of the responsibilities? Or maybe you are on the other
end of the spectrum and your babies have fled the nest. Finding
yourself excited by the extra money, time, space, and intimacy?
Or grief stricken, lonely and depressed by a loss? Whatever phase
you are in the life of your family, come share your thoughts and
experience.
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Ancestor Mound
Ancestor Walk
Kinder Clan
Meet at the Ancestor Mound. We’ll light the elemental lanterns
and hail our Brushwood Ancestors as well as our own family
who have crossed the Veil – each night we’ll invite those who
are interested to join us at the nightly ritual and walk the Spirits
of our ancestors down to that evening’s Rite with ringing bells.
Everyone in the community is welcome to join us but the children
are invited to lead our way.
8:30 p.m.
Stone Circle / Main Pavilion / Air Shrine
East Ritual
The Air Ritual will use the Roman Mythology of
Vulcan to tell a story of facing the unknown. The
ritual will focus on opening yourself to knowledge...
You as a participant should think about what
conflicts may prevent you from changing and
growing. The element of Air gives us wisdom and
the power of mind to help us meet our challenges.
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FIRE
KEY:

Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
9:30 a.m. Crystals 101................................................................. Gene Corn ............................................Wolf Treasurers Booth
9:30 a.m.
 Clay Workshop for Teens........................................ Tigerlilly................................................Storytelling Pavilion
9:30 a.m. All About Tarot............................................................... Lauren O’Leary.....................................North Pavilion
9:30 a.m. Ride the Rythmn........................................................... Maia Alexandra.....................................Main Pavilion
10:00 a.m.
 Morning Story and Crafts........................................ TJ & Cynthia Laffan...............................Kid Village
11:30 a.m. Witchcraft and Cinema: Recent Trends.......................... Peg Aloi ................................................North Pavilion
11:30 a.m. Seeing.......................................................................... Diana Paxson .......................................Runestead
11:30 a.m. Awakening the Flow of Qi ....................................... Carol Lee Callen ...................................East Shire
11:30 a.m. Writing The Man............................................................ William Cochrane..................................East Meadow
11:30 a.m. Psychic Recording......................................................... Lilith Dorsey .........................................Studio
11:30 a.m. Polyamory Introduction & Community Discussion.......... Gregory Haley.......................................Storytelling Pavilion
11:30 a.m. Invoking the Rhythm God Ba-Ku-Ba.............................. Alex Wedmedyk ....................................North Stage
11:30 a.m. Male Sweat Lodge Informational Meeting...................... Rowan Clan ..........................................Sweat Lodge
1:30 p.m. The Body Dynamic ................................................. Bellavia.................................................Studio
1:30 p.m. Foundations of Standing Acrobatics............................... Ben Haffie.............................................East Meadow
1:30 p.m. Poetry Open Mic............................................................ Karen Heaster.......................................North Pavilion
1:30 p.m.
 Energy Work for Teens........................................... Rae Kroner ...........................................Kid Village
1:30 p.m. Stregheria..................................................................... Marianne Riggiola.................................East Shire
1:30 p.m. Burlesque Academy...................................................... Macabre Noir and Lita D’Vargas ..........Main Pavilion
3:30 p.m. Board Games, instruction available ......................... Alyssa Yeager .......................................Studio
3:30 p.m. Women’s Health & Hygiene for the Happy Vagina .... Lori Albright .........................................North Pavilion
3:30 p.m. Zensual Yoga (Yoga in the Buff!).................................... Zen Holmes ..........................................East Meadow
3:30 p.m. Henna 101.................................................................... Robin Jaeckel.......................................Henna Tree
3:30 p.m. Stone Carving in Place.................................................. James Metcalfe.....................................Storytelling Pavilion
3:30 p.m. Intro to the North Americn Pipe Ceremony. ............. Seeker .................................................East Shire
3:30 p.m. Qi Gung, Intro to Qi Gang and Tai Chi............................ Billy Woods ..........................................North Stage
5:30 p.m. Mind, Body, and Pole..................................................... Jasper Friend........................................Babylon Pole
5:30 p.m. The Bare Bones of Worshipping Lilith............................ Lillith ThreeFeathers .............................Studio
5:30 p.m. Acro Roots.................................................................... Christina Bingham.................................North Stage
5:30 p.m. Clothing Optional/Nudism: Protocol............................... Bill Lauff...............................................East Shire
5:30 p.m. 5:1 Herbal Vaping.......................................................... Anthony Canelo ....................................East Meadow
5:30 p.m. Meditation 101, Myths and Reality................................ EliSheva ..............................................North Pavilion
8:00 p.m. Ancestor Walk............................................................... Kinder Clan...........................................Ancestor Mound
8:30 p.m. Fire Ritual ................................................................................................................................Roundhouse/Fire Shrine
9:30 p.m. Kabarett Vulgare.........................................................................................................................Main Pavilion
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KEY:
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Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
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Wolf Treasurers Booth
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
North Pavilion
Gene Corn All Welcome
How to find your crystals • Cleansing crystals • Energizing crystals
• How to use your crystals • Raw versus polished • Spheres
versus pyramids • Wands versus egg shape • Size of stones in
relation to energy • Color • Shapes
Peg Aloi Adult Only
This workshop will be devoted to exploring recent and upcoming
trends in the portrayal of witchcraft in cinema. Witches have
been in the movies since the 1920s, but in more recent years
we’re seeing some interesting tropes and themes taking place.
From THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT to MALEFICENT to THE WITCH,
come discuss what’s happening with witches in the movies, and
what it means for real witches in the audience.
Crystals 101
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
 Clay Workshop for Teens
Tigerlilly
Teens (13-17)
Come play with stoneware clay! Students are free to work on
their own unique creations with instruction from Tigerlilly on
slab, coiling, pinch pots and sculpting. A time to be creative and
share some lively discussion too.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
North Pavilion
All About Tarot for the Kitchen Witch
and Other Pagany Types
Lauren O’Leary
All Welcome
This talk offers a fast-paced and fun overview of all things tarot. We
will enthusiastically explore the real-world history of this ancient
system of cartomancy, explain the structure of a traditional deck in
the Rider-Waite-Smith model, and share hands-on tips on reading
from a practical, inclusive Kitchen Witch perspective. Easy reading
formats will be covered as well as other methods of using the tarot
in daily life.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
North Stage
Ride the Rhythm
Maia Potter Maia Alexandra
All Welcome
10/8, 9/8, 6/8, WHAT!?!? It’s bellydance music, man! Come learn
the ins and outs of the rhythms of the middle east and beyond,
including how to count them, where they are from, and how the
heck to dance to them! Several times will be covered, including
a few 4/4 variations and sooo much more. This workshop is for
both drummers AND dancers! Bring your rhythm and a sense of
humor.
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10:00 a.m.
 Morning Story and Crafts
TJ & Cynthia Laffan
Kid Village
stories before craft time. Parents, it’s a great way to ease into
glitter... these are what childhood memories are made of!
Every morning more crafty fun for children and their parental
units alike. Donations gratefully accepted. Parents must stay
with their children – there are no babysitting services at Kid
Village and children cannot be left alone there even during
workshops.
Witchcraft and Cinema: Recent Trends
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Runestead
Seeing
Diana Paxson The First Aett (Fehu through Wunjo), bind-runes, rune
spells. This is part of a weeklong Runic Intensive providing an
introduction to the Elder Futhark and the ways in which the
runes can be used for magic, divination, and healing. During
the course of the week students will make rune sets or a
rune wand. Attending all 5 sessions is recommended but not
required.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
East Shire
Awakening the Flow of Qi
Carol Lee Callen Teen Friendly (13-17)
Combining pranayama (yogic art of breath), qi-gong and
transformational breathwork, these sessions will leave you
relaxed and rejuvenated. Participants will be offered simple
techniques that they can take home to transform stress into
motivation and tiredness into calm alertness, as blocked snergy
begins to flow.More advanced students will be able to experience
a profound internal state easily.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
East Meadow
Writing The Man
William Cochrane
All Welcome
Who is the REAL MAN? Let’s investigate the origins of the: “Real
Man.” Through writing exercises and indigenous folklore we’ll
discover what being a man means to us. And where we learned
what a: “Real Man” is. Using the folklore from his youth William
will create a foundation for us to discover our true Man.
Remember Those Naps?
The ones you wouldn’t take
as a child?
WHAT WERE YOU THINKING?!?
Naps.
Good for you then,
good for you now....
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Your parents wanted us to tell you:
Remember to hydrate!
Use sun screen!
Get some rest!
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Studio
Psychic Recording: Audio, Video,
and Still Photography
Lilith Dorsey All Welcome
Since mankind has been able to record both sound and image
it has been preoccupied with recording the psychic world of the
invisibles. This class will discuss magickal and practical techniques
for capturing the otherworldly, and provide a historical overview
of the psychic photography of the past.
KEY:

Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
of drawing. You will be drawing from a live model in this class and
you do not need to have had past drawing experience.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
East Meadow
Foundations of Standing Acrobatics
Ben Haffie
All Welcome
FEAR NOT! “Acrobatics” may sound intimidating, but there are a
wealth of movements within reach of any body. We will learn the
science of support as the base, freedom of flight as the flyer, and
the seriousness of spotting as the spotter. This class is a beginners
class intended for non-acrobats. Stop second-guessing, you can
do this :-) Please wear minimal and/or tighter-fitting comfortable
clothing.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
North Pavilion
Poetry Open Mic
Karen Heaster Karen Heaster
All Welcome
Bring what you wrote in the poetry workshops or something
you’ve written some other time, or just something you like and
want to read. We’ll take turns listening and reading.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Storytelling Pavilion -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Teen Space
Polyamory Introduction and
Community Discussion
 Energy Work for Teens
Gregory Haley
All Welcome
The return of the popular workshop series on polyamory led by
Greg (Beast) Haley, Ph.D. This first of three workshops will be
a community-building and welcoming workshop for those who
are both new and curious about polyamory as well as those who
are actively living the poly life. Following a brief introduction and
intention-setting exercise, we will engage in a moderated group
discussion about poly life in 2016.
Rae Kroner Teens (13-17)
This workshop is just for teens! We’ll be working on different
energy techniques and games - how to find the energy, how to
ground and center, cast circles, play with elemental energy - and
more! If you find yourself trying to figure out what a book meant
by “shield” or “grounding” - this is the workshop for you. Old
hands and new, come for practice and learning.
Invoking the Rhythm God Ba-Ku-Ba
Marianne Riggiola
All Welcome
Participants will learn about the origins, history of Stregheria, and
gods/goddesses as well as the simlarities/differences from Celtic
Wicca. Priestess will draw the connection between the two.
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11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
North Stage Stregheria
Alex Wedmedyk All Welcome
Bak-Ku-Ba - Invoking the god of rhythm “Bak-Ku-Ba, and seeing
how he manifests in some West African Drum Rhythms. This is a
hands on your djembe workshop. (don’t have a drum? See Alex for
the use of a drum. All levels of students are welcome.
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Main Pavilion
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11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Sweat Lodge Macabre Noir and Lita D’Vargas Male Sweat Lodge Informational Meeting
Rowan Clan
Throughout history people have woven purification and other
types of ritual into personal and community life. It has been
a powerful part of the human experience. Our discussion will
center primarily on the history, traditions, and present day uses
of the Inipi Kaga Ceremony. We will also discuss guidelines for
participation in the lodges this year. You MUST attend this class,
AT LEAST 24 hours before the lodge, in order to participate in
that lodge.
Adult Only
This is a 3-part workshop and burlesque development taught
by Macabre Noir and Lita D’Vargas, of the Steel City Burlesque
Academy and Kabarett Vulgare. A brief history of burlesque and
the art of the strip tease complete with practical applications of the
bump and grind for America’s modern Pagan divas will be provided!
Attendees will learn the history of burlesque (what it is, where it was,
what it has become today), glove removal, stocking peel, reveal,
and how to develop a stage persona. Attending all workshops is
recommended, however you can join in any day. Bring your own
gloves, stockings, bras and panties. Pasties available for purchase.
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Studio
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Studio Board Games, instruction available
The Body Dynamic
Bellavia Teen Friendly (13-17)
These workshops are geared towards helping the artist find a new
way of seeing the body and how to translate that into an expression
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Alyssa Yeager Teen Friendly (13-17)
A variety of strategy/euro-style board games will be available
for participants to choose from. We will provide any needed
instruction and extra players as needed to make each game work!
Game selection may vary by day, but options will include quick,
TUESDAY, JULY 19
KEY:
light-strategy games such as “Stones of Fate” and “Flip City” and
some more involved games such as “Elder Signs” and “Settlers
of Catan” as well as co-op and versus styles.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
North Pavilion
Lori Albright Teen Friendly (13-17), All Welcome
Knowledge is POWER! This is open discussion about vaginal
Health and Hygiene, Sexuality and Safety, Politics and Paternalism,
and Resources. Open to all women. Women under 18 must
have an adult female accompany them. This will be a very frank
discussion.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
East Meadow
Zensual Yoga (Yoga in the Buff!)
Zen Holmes All Welcome
This yoga class is a combination of Kundalini and Core Strength
Vinyasa yoga. This is a naked yoga class. Practicing yoga in the
buff will increase your awareness and facilitate the awakening of
the dormant, potential energy (Kundalini) that lies at the base of
the spine. Practicing nude yoga will greatly deepen and intensify
your experience of yoga. Wear comfortable clothing (or come
skyclad), bring a yoga mat, towel and water.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Henna Tree
Henna 101
Robin Jaeckel
All Welcome
Henna 101- Hands on henna! We cover Mixology, cone rolling,
after care, rudimentary design and extra embellishments like
gems and glitter. We will provide all the materials (henna, cones,
embellishments) for attendees to try practicing with during the

Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
workshop. This workshop is for all skill levels.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Stone Carving in Place
James Metcalfe Adult Only
The planning, set up, tools necessary to carve a large standing
stone in place, preliminary design and working with an unfinished
stone and the unique challenges that this presents.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
North Stage
Qi Gung, Intro to Qi Gang and Tai Chi
Billy Woods All Welcome
Intro to Qi gung and tai chi. basic fundamentals, 10 positures,
and a set of warm up exercises.
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East Shire
Bill Lauff
Adult Only
How do you casHelping the “new” nudist and non-nudist learn
about naturism with an emphasis on protocol and etiquette.
Improve your understanding of the different reasons for naturism
and the feelings naturists experience in a clothing optional
environment. There will be lots of opportunity to for open
discussion and questions. Seasoned nudists are also welcome to
come share their stories.
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East Shire
Intro to Native American Pipe Ceremony
Seeker
All Welcome
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• Festival Information & Updates • Campground Information • Weather
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TUESDAY, JULY 19
KEY:
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Inspired by several Native Tribes, Seeker provides information and
a powerful pipe ceremony to honor the mothers and fathers, the
grandparents and the Elders of the Brushwood community. Teens
and Elders encouraged to attend.
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Babylon Pole
Mind, Body, and Pole
Jasper Friend
Adult Only
Pole dance and fitness can seem extremely intimidating, but as
we all know, Brushwood is a safe space. We’ll be focusing on
beginner pole skills and simple spins. If you’ve ever even been
just a little bit interested in pole this is the perfect place and time
for you to come give it a whirl.
Kid’s Program /Kid Friendly

Teen Program/Teen Friendly
misconceptions about what meditation is, how to do it, and
what for. Come ready to Q&A
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Roundhouse Field
Fire Spinners Community Meeting
Fuego and Zimra
All Welcome
A meet and greet for all fire spinners! Review safety protocol
and venue rules, then plan for our organized show. This year
we will be part of Saturday’s performance and bonfire lighting.
Bring music you want to perform to.
This is a MANDATORY meeting for everyone who wants to
spin fire. You may be asked to meet again for ritual practice.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Studio
Nightly fire spinning circle will be open near the roundhouse
for those meeting all safety requirements.
Lillith ThreeFeathers Ancestor Walk
The Bare Bones of Worshipping Lilith
Adult Only
Lilith is so complex astrology cannot limit her to one celestial
body. In this workshop, we will work together to move past JudeoChristian mythology and societal limitations. Then we will leap
from Archetype towards Goddess. Then we will discuss how to
create sacred space for interactions with Her. Finally, what should
you expect if She chooses you? Based on 20 years’ experience
with Her, we will explore potential changes after successful
contact with Her.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
North Stage
Acro Roots
Christina Bingham
All Welcome
Acrobalance is a therapeutic practice that combines yoga,
acrobatics, & strength training wherein one partner balances
on the other. This practice requires careful communication &
intentional connection with a partner. This is a beginner class
that encourages students to push their boundaries as we get
off the ground for the first time. Prepare to build confidence,
strength, and mutual trust as both your body & mind become
more flexible!
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
East Meadow
5:1 Herbal Vaping
Anthony Canelo All Welcome
Learn the many benefits of vaporizing all natural organic herbal
formulas and find how easy it can be to quit smoking cigarettes.
While the E-cigarette industry is positioned to offer the public a
“healthier” alternative, organic non toxic, non synthetic herbal
vaporizer juices are the next evolution in smoking cessation and
alternatives. Find out how this all new technology will help to
revive age old herbalism!
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North Pavilion
Meditation 101. Myths and Reality
EliSheva All Welcome
I have heard lots and lots of ideas about meditation, shamanic
journeys, mindfulness OtherWorld travel and so have you. All
cultures, pretty much, have forms of that. Many claim they have
the only correct forms. In this workshop we will debunk some
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Ancestor Mound
Kinder Clan
Everyone in the community is welcome to join us but the
children are invited to lead our way.
8:30 p.m.
Roundhouse/Fire Shrine
Fire Ritual
The Fire Ritual will be based upon the mythology of the
Nahua (Aztec) peoples, to tell the creation story of the
Fifth Sun. The ritual will focus on the sacred nature of
personal sacrifice, and the expulsion of ego to become
our higher selves. You as a participant should consider
what it is that you truly wish to achieve in your life,
and what you may need to give of yourself to achieve
that goal. The element of Fire gives us the passion and
transformative potential to meet our challenges.
9:30 p.m.
Main Pavilion
Kabarett Vulgare
Kabarett Vulgare’s Vulgarian Vixens
will be offering an exciting
show of empowering striptease
in the art of traditional cabaret
burlesque! Burlesque Academy
Workshops are offered Tue, Thu
and Sat.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 20
WATER
KEY:

Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
9:30 a.m.
Granny Magick Divination............................................................ Sandy Caswell ........................Storytelling Pavilion
9:30 a.m.
The Fall of the Goddess Civilizations............................................ Gavin & Yvonne Frost ..............East Shire
9:30 a.m.
Right Brain Faith, Left Brain Life................................................... Claudia Messier ......................East Meadow
9:30 a.m.
Shifting Habits & Long-Standing Issues/Energy Medicine............. Stacy Newman ........................North Pavilion
9:30 a.m.
Cholesterol: Myths, Facts, Delusions............................................ Gregory Peechatt ....................Studio
10:00 a.m.
 Morning Story and Crafts....................................................... TJ & Cynthia Laffan..................Kid Village
11:30 a.m. Witchcraft in Early America After Salem....................................... Skip Clark ...............................East Meadow
11:30 a.m. Zendala - Zentangle in the Round  ($8).................................. Karen Crittenden .....................Studio
11:30 a.m.
 Kids Puzzle Time................................................................... Diana Hiatt...............................Kid Village
11:30 a.m. Hearing........................................................................................ Diana Paxson ..........................Runestead
11:30 a.m. Who Is God?................................................................................ Gretchen Schork .....................North Pavilion
11:30 a.m. Sweat Information Class (Mixed).................................................. Rowan Clan ............................Sweat Lodge
1:30 p.m.
Death Cafe.................................................................................. Raven Emslie, Tom Haffie ........Studio
1:30 p.m.
Boundary of Self: Shielding & Personal Space.............................. Breighton & Kathleen Dawe ....East Meadow
1:30 p.m.
 Why Do We Believe?.............................................................. Jo Frost ...................................Kid Village
1:30 p.m.
Make a Boobam!......................................................................... Liz Holland ..............................Storytelling Pavilion
1:30 p.m.
Write Like a Viking (or Anglo-Saxon, or...)..................................... Ann Groa Sheffield...................Runestead
1:30 p.m.
Witchcraft, PR, and Social Media.................................................. Peg Aloi ...................................North Pavilion
1:30 p.m
Fire Safey.................................................................................... Christina Bingham ...................Roundhouse Field
3:30 p.m.
Fire Spinner Community Meeting #2............................................ Fuego......................................Roundhouse Field
3:30 p.m.
Introduction to the 7 African Powers............................................ Fredde Hollman........................Studio
3:30 p.m.
Reiki and Healing roundtable and healing circle........................... Starlet Lebrun..........................East Meadow
3:30 p.m.
Chakracize Revelution: Revel in Your Own Nature........................ Kiana Love ..............................East Shire
3:30 p.m.
Basic Songs for Ritual and Fun.................................................... Firesong ..................................North Stage
3:30 p.m.
Sweat Lodge (Male): Inipi Kaga Ceremony................................... Rowan Clan ............................Sweat Lodge
3:30 p.m.
Why Shamanism?........................................................................ Kenn Day ................................North Pavilion
3:30 p.m.
 Olympic Style Competiton for Teens...................................... Seeker ....................................Teen Tent
5:30 p.m.
Sex, Gods, and Virgins................................................................. Thista Minai ............................East Meadow
5:30 p.m.
Fluid Arms 101............................................................................ Sadira Saraswati......................Storytelling Pavilion
5:30 p.m.
Cordial Making............................................................................ Anomie Jo................................North Pavilion
5:30 p.m.
DIY VR ($5).................................................................................. Tom Haffie ..............................Studio
8:00 p.m.
Ancestor Walk.............................................................................. Kinder Clan..............................Ancestor Mound
8:30 p.m. Water Ritual....................................................................................................................Upper Pond/Water Shrine
9:30 p.m.
Billy Woods: Peace is Possible .....................................................................................................Main Pavilion
Frenchy and the Punk..................................................................................................................Main Pavilion
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KEY:
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Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
It’s a Lovely Day in the Neighborhood
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Granny Magick Divination
When the self-sufficient, pragmatic people from the mountains
of Scotland, Ireland and Wales began immigrating to America in
the 1700’s, their healers, prophets and spiritual intermediaries
were called Wise Women, Granny Women and Granny Witches.
With dice and playing cards, Grannies divined the future and the
hidden truth of personal and clan matters. In this class, students
will be provided with a simple, effective understanding of how
to do the same.
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East Shire
The Fall of the Goddess Civilizations
Before Christianity, Islam, and Judaism or any other religion
based in Abraham there was a natural Goddess-worshiping
religion. This is where we find the roots of Wicca. We will look
at some goddess stories such as Inanna and Tiamet to show how
everything changed when the Abrahamic religions took over.
We will look at Zoroastrianism, the dualistic fire-god religion that
formed the basis of Christianity, and at its development of the
idea of a good (male) god and a negative devil. We will go on to
look at Hinduism, which retains its goddess aspects to this day,
and then to the Tao.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
East Meadow
Right Brain Faith, Left Brain Life
Do you live and work in a left brain world, where rigid rules and
hard data occupy half of your waking existence, and you feel you
don’t have nearly enough left for creative, intuitive activities that
ease and feed your right brain, not to mention your soul? We will
explore ways to feed your inner self, relax more readily, and to
make your spiritual connection feel closer than ever.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
North Pavilion
Shifting Habits and Long-Standing Issues with
Energy Medicine
Do you want to release a belief or behavior? Do you have
a phobia that interferes with your life? Do you want to live a
healthier lifestyle? Energy Medicine techniques including Chakra
Clearing, EFT (aka Tapping), and other tools will be shared. This
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is not talk therapy, and you do not have to tell your story. These
are powerful tools you can use in your everyday life for physical
and emotional change.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Studio
Cholesterol: Myths, Facts, Delusions
This will be a workshop for any one who is already on or
considering to start taking Statin drugs to ‘avoid’ Heart Attack or
Stroke. There are lot of myths and deceptions about this. Learn
the real facts surrounding this so called ‘life-saving’ Medicine.
Listen to the factual story of a Heart-Attack Survivor who is the
presenter of this workshop
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10:00 a.m.
Kid Village
TJ & Cynthia Laffan
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
East Meadow
Witchcraft in Early America After Salem
We all know about the events of Salem in 1692 that left numerous
people dead, in jail and, finally, exonerated. There were, however,
many more people tried for witchcraft after Salem than before or
during that infamous episode. Come and learn a little about the
next chapters in this tragic part of American history.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Studio
Zendala - Zentangle in the Round
In this workshop we will work on Zentangle in the round. We
will use specially made round tiles to work on creating a blended
art form of Zentangle and mandala which creates beautiful
Zendalas! NOTE: The Basic Zentangle Class is required before
taking this class.... $8 material fee
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 20
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Kid Village
 Kids Puzzle Time
Diana Hiatt
Kid Friendly (0-12)
Come and meet other kids and work on solving space, city, and
nature themed jigsaw puzzles together. Puzzles provided range
from 100 piece to 550 piece.
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Runestead
Hearing
Diana Paxson The Second Aett (Hagalaz through Sowilo), galdor, healing
runes. This is part of a weeklong Runic Intensive providing an
runes can be used for magic, divination, and healing. During the
course of the week students will make rune sets or a rune wand.
Attending all 5 sessions is recommended but not required.
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North Pavilion
Who Is God?
Enrich and expand your relationship to Deity by a compare/
contrast process that introduces many beliefs and explores some
of the possibilities for knowing your gods.
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Rowan Camp
Mixed Sweat Lodge Informational Meeting
Rowan Clan
participation in the lodges this year. You must attend this class
in order to participate in a lodge.
KEY:
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Studio
Death Cafe
Tom Haffie and Raven Emslie Adult Only
First held in France in 2004, Death Cafes are a social franchise
committed to challenging our taboos against talking about
death and dying. Not grief groups, Cafes are a group-oriented
discussion with no specific agenda or biases; a space for people to
share ideas, feelings, experiences, questions and concerns over
tea and cakes. The objective is to increase awareness of death
with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.
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East Meadow
Boundary of Self: Shielding & Personal Space
The modern man’s “Defense Against the Dark Arts!” What is
the “Boundary of Self?” How can we use this concept to protect
the mind, body, and spirit. Learn how to detect, deflect, and
diffuse negative energies directed at oneself. We will discuss
and practice several methods of shielding modalities.
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Kid Village
 Why Do We Believe?
This is a chat time with the children about what predicates our
beliefs and why we believe what we do. This is an open-ended
discussion without a strong leaning towards any one belief.
Where does religion come from? Why do we care? Why are we
here (on this planet and at Brushwood)? Parents are welcome, as
I was raised to believe that I should choose my path as I reached
adulthood, I think parents can offer valuable insight for children
about their personal path.
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Make a Boobam!
What’s a boobam? Broadly, it can be considered any tuned drum
with a membrane stretched across it. We’ll construct a modern
tunable version which can be played indoors or outdoors.
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Runestead
Write Like a Viking (or Anglo-Saxon, or...)
The Sankofa Cafe!!
Open 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.
Dinner Specials!
Snacks also available at the Brushwood Store
Ann Groa Sheffield
All Welcome
When most of us think of “the” runes, we mean the 24 characters
of the Elder Futhark. Yet, inscriptions from the Viking Age use the
16-rune “Younger Futhark,” while the Anglo-Saxons added new
characters to create a new set of “Futhork” runes. Learn how
to write in each of these traditions and how to create “cryptorunes,” the runic cipher of the Viking Age. Bring paper & pencil
and (optional) carving tool.
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North Pavilion
Witchcraft, PR, and Social Media
Peg Aloi Social media allows instantaneous communication, news sharing
and networking. What does it mean for the modern witchcraft
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movement to be engaged with social media? Is it good that
witches can share and respond to news stories of interest to our
community? Or does the rapid-fire nature of social media, not
to mention its tendency to be shallow and inaccurate, lead to
confusion and poor public relations for our spiritual movement?
How can we improve things?
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Roundhouse Field
Fire Spinning Safey
Keep your community or festival safe when you host fire spinning
at your event. This class covers fire safety protocol as endorsed by
the National Fire Artists Association. We teach everything from
proper safety techniques, costuming, how to communicate with the
authorities, and the importance of sobriety. We are very happy to
watch over the fire circle as well so you know that your patrons are
in good hands!
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Male Sweat Lodge
The Inipi is a sacred ritual, often referred to as the Sweat Lodge or
Stone Lodge. The traditional Inipi Kaga Ceremony comes from the
Sioux Nation. You MUST attend the Sweat Lodge Information
Class that is offered 24 hours before the Lodge that you wish
to attend. This class includes information about the traditional
lodges that are offered and instructions for preparation. Prior to
attending a lodge one must be free of alcohol or drugs for at least
24 hours and have a covering for the body (shorts, sarong, etc).
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Roundhouse Field
Fire Spinner Community Meeting #2 Saturday Fire Lighting Preparations
Fuego and Zimra All Welcome
Preparation and planning for Saturday’s fire lighting. Grouping,
props, and choreography will be discussed. This is MANDATORY
if you would like to spin at Saturday night’s fire lighting. If you
absolutely can not make this meeting due to a schedule conflict,
you MUST speak with Fuego BEFORE this meeting.
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Studio
Introduction to the Seven African Powers
Fredde Hollman
Adult Only
A brief explanation of the African Diaspora, and how the Orisha
came to the Americas, how many of their names and attributes
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Brushwood Radio
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changed when they reached the shores of the Americas. The
practice of Voodoo in Haiti / New Orleans, Santeria Cuba/Miami,
Obeah Bahamas and other former British colonies. These are
just a few of many. We will discuss their names, numbers, colors,
attributes and their meanings. We will also tell stories about
them.
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East Meadow
Reiki and Healing Roundtable
and Healing Circle
Starlet Lebrun
All Welcome
This workshop will be an open discussion on the use of and
practice of Reiki and other healing modalities. We will discuss
the use of boxes, bears and poppets and symbols in the healing
process. This is open to all healing modalities and we will be
ending the session with a healing circle.
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East Shire
Charkracize Revolution:
Revel in Your Own Nature
Kiana Love
All Welcome
Embark on a sensory journey through the chakras to awaken
ground, relax and delight your body with a unique blend of
dance, meditation, breath, toning, yoga and more. Sink into
your sacred ground, deepen your roots, reach up to the heavens
and feel free to fly.
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North Stage
Basic Songs for Ritual and Fun
Firesong
All Welcome
An experiential workshop learning some easy songs with practical
purposes for use in ritual or just fun to sing. Includes the “you
know one, you know them all” chants. Songs included are those
on calling the directions, casting circles, seasonal chants, and
Spirit chants. No experience necessary. Lyric sheets provided.
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North Pavilion
Why Shamanism?
Kenn Day Most of the people who attend workshops and trainings in
shamanism have no calling to become shamans. What is it that
they get out of the work? Why would someone who does not
feel the call want to explore these practices? Perhaps you feel
drawn or interested, but don’t understand why. This workshop
will address how you can benefit from learning more about the
work of the shaman.
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Teen Tent
 Olympic Style Games for Teens
Seeker
Teens (13-17)
First held in 776 BCE, the Olympic Games were EPIC! Teens are
invited to challenge themselves and compete in activities such as
shot-put, discus and javelin throwing, long jumps and relay races.
Prizes will be awarded by the Greek Hero, Perseus.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 20
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East Meadow
Sex, Gods, and Virgins:
Ancient Greek Virginity and You
What does it mean to be a virgin? And for that matter, how did
virginity become so important to modern western spirituality
and society? In this workshop we’ll trace modern virginity back
to its ancient Greek roots, and discover how old beliefs continue
to impact modern realities. By untangling ancient baggage, we’ll
empower ourselves with a better understanding of how we can
redefine “virginity” for a modern world.
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Fluid Arms 101
Sadira Saraswati
All Welcome
Middle eastern dance has fluid snakey boneless looking arm
movements. This class will teach you how to make your body
replicate it. If you are dancing round the fire and want to look
more fluid and graceful this is the way to do it. These movements
also make you look extra smooth out dancing in the clubs. All
levels of dancer or non welcome... some of the movements are
super easy and some are very advanced. Each movement will be
broken down to its component parts and I will work with you.
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North Pavilion
Cordial Making
Anomie Jo
Adult Only 21+
Making your own cordials can be easy and fun! These delicious
libations have been made by monks and alchemists and those
searching for the cure to all man’s ills! Fruit, herbs, spices and/
or cream plus some bottled store bought alcohol to extract the
flavors, add some sweetener and you have created something
wornderful! Over 21 only as we will taste some that is already
made.
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Studio
DIY VR
Tom Haffie Take your festival reality into the virtual world. Construct your
own virtual reality headset, download a VR app, slip in your
smartphone and... stroll the streets of Paris or play alongside Star
Wars characters without leaving camp. Participants must bring
their own iOS or android smartphone capable of downloading
free apps. Maximum of 10 participants. $5 material fee
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Ancestor Mound
Ancestor Walk
Kinder Clan
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8:30 p.m.
Upper Pond/Water Shrine
Water Ritual
Why is it so hard to learn to “Go With the Flow” in
our lives? Flexibility in what is needed in this Year
of Change... this year, Yemaya, in several of her
asspects, will help us embrace change, making us
more in tune wth the universe. Preparatory work
by partcipants should include thinking about how
“going with the flow” in their own lives will ease
their path... ASHE!!!
9:30 p.m.
Main Pavilion
Billy Woods’
Peace is Possible
As Wandering Abbot of Spirit
Gate temple (Shen-men Gaun)
Billy is on tour this summer
spreading the word that “the
time of greed is over,” and that
our children will need clean
air, clean water and clean food
to leave a world where peace
is possible.
Frenchy and
the Punk
Imagine Siouxsie Sioux and
Dee Dee Ramone had a duo
that was inspired by Django
Reinhardt, Edith Piaf, Toulouse
Lautrec and Deepak Chopra, this is
what it might sound like. One part Dresden Dolls,
Sonny and Cher and one part White Stripes. A pixie
spirited flexitarian band of tree hugging.
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EARTH
KEY:
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
9:30 a.m.
A Natural Way to Draw to Music........................................ Jamie Kubala ........................................... Studio
9:30 a.m.
Crystals 102 (part I)........................................................... Gene Corn ................................................ Wolf Treasurers Booth
9:30 a.m.
Fairie Wreaths & Goddess Headresses............................... Tigerlilly.................................................... Storytelling Pavilion
9:30 a.m.
Making Your Own Tarot Deck............................................. Lauren O’Leary......................................... North Pavilion
9:30 a.m.
Whack and Roll................................................................. Maia Potter Maia Alexandra....................... North Stage
10:00 a.m.
 Morning Story and Crafts............................................ TJ & Cynthia Laffan................................... Kid Village
11:30 a.m.
Sweat Information Class (Female)...................................... Rowan Clan ............................................. Sweat Lodge
11:30 a.m.
The Occult and Television: From 1968 to the Present......... Peg Aloi .................................................... North Pavilion
11:30 a.m.
Interacting......................................................................... Diana Paxson ........................................... Runestead
11:30 a.m.
Awakening the Flow of Qi ........................................... Carol Lee Callen ....................................... East Shire
11:30 a.m.
Blackfoot Lodge Tales........................................................ William Cochrane...................................... East Meadow
11:30 a.m.
Fantastic Foods of Love ($5)............................................. Lilith Dorsey ............................................. Studio
11:30 a.m.
Polyamory As Sexual Identity............................................. Gregory Haley........................................... Storytelling Pavilion
11:30 a.m.
Going Deeper into Rhythm................................................. Alex Wedmedyk ....................................... North Stage
1:30 p.m.
The Role of the Soul in Family Constellation Work.............. Kenn Day ................................................. Storytelling Pavilion
1:30 p.m.
The Body Dynamic #2....................................................... Bellavia..................................................... Studio
1:30 p.m.
Thai and Fly!..................................................................... Ben Haffie................................................. East Meadow
1:30 p.m.
Writing Poetry: Pantouns.................................................... Karen Heaster........................................... North Pavilion
1:30 p.m.
Intro to Energy for Adults................................................... Rae Kroner ............................................... Runestead
1:30 p.m.
Stregheria (part II)............................................................. Marianne Riggiola..................................... East Shire
1:30 p.m.
Burlesque Academy........................................................... Macabre Noir and Lita D’Vargas .............. Main Pavilion
3:30 p.m.
Manifestation Mandalas: Coloring with Intent..................... Donata Ahern ........................................... North Pavilion
3:30 p.m.
Sweat Lodge (Mixed): Inipi Kaga Ceremony....................... Rowan Clan ............................................. Sweat Lodge
3:30 p.m.
 Board Games, instruction available............................. Alyssa Yeager ........................................... Studio
3:30 p.m.
Zensual Yoga (Yoga in the Buff!)......................................... Zen Holmes .............................................. East Meadow
3:30 p.m.
Henna off the Body............................................................ Robin Jaeckel........................................... Henna Tree
3:30 p.m.
One Minute Practice.......................................................... Jasper Friend ........................................... East Shire
3:30 p.m.
Stones and Carving Intermediate (the Tools)...................... James Metcalfe........................................ Storytelling Pavilion
3:30 p.m.
Qi Gung Shen Gung........................................................... Billy Woods .............................................. North Stage
5:30 p.m.
Bowie and the Occult........................................................ Jason Winslade ........................................ East Shire
5:30 p.m.
Body Mandalas.................................................................. Christina Bingham..................................... North Stage
5:30 p.m.
The Nature Pyramid Philosophy......................................... Anthony Canelo ........................................ East Meadow
5:30 p.m.
Seeing for the Tribes.......................................................... EliSheva .................................................. North Pavilion
8:00 p.m.
Ancestor Walk................................................................... Kinder Clan............................................... Ancestor Mound
8:30 p.m.
Earth Ritual .............................................................................................................North Pavilion/ Sacred Circle
9:30 p.m.
The Spirit Mass................................................................. Lillith ThreeFeathers & Joy Wedmedyk...... Studio
9:30 p.m.
Dixon’s Violin...................................................................................................................................... Main Pavilion
10:30 p.m.
Boom Boom Shake............................................................................................................................. Main Pavilion
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Studio
A Natural Way to Draw To Music
Jamie Kubala All Welcome
Inspired by forms found in nature, this workshop will guide
participants through the art basics of line, shape, form, rhythm
and the sensation of color. Discover how drawing to music can
quiet the mind, delight the eye, and bring us closer to the earth
and to ourselves. All materials supplied, all levels welcome,
donations accepted.

Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
and children cannot be left alone there even during workshops
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
North Pavilion
The Occult and Television:
From 1968 to the Present
Sacred space • Programming crystals • Intension • Grids and
what they do • The earths grid and what it is
Peg Aloi Adult Only
The modern occult revival saw a large amount of television
programming (especially made for TV movies) dedicated to
occult themes in the 1960s and ‘70s. Then there was a dearth
of such topics on TV in the 1980s, with a rebirth of them in
the 1990s with THE X-FILES, MILLENNIUM, and BUFFY THE
VAMPIRE SLAYER. Today, the occult is all over television. Why?
This workshop will explore the cultural context of these TV
trends.
Fairie Wreaths & Goddess Headresses
Interacting
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Crystals 102 (part I)
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Tigerlilly
All Welcome
Using silk and dried flowers, feathers and sparkly things, we will
create beautiful head pieces to wear during Sirius. come and
add to your Pagan wardrobe with your own unique wearable art
creation.Personal items such as a special feather, bone, or small
jewelry item can be added in to make it even more special.
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North Pavilion
Making Your Own Tarot Deck
Lauren O’Leary
Adult Only
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Runestead
Diana Paxson
The Third Aett (Tiwaz through Othala), journeying, runic
yoga. This is part of a weeklong Runic Intensive providing an
runes can be used for magic, divination, and healing. During the
course of the week students will make rune sets or a rune wand.
Attending all 5 sessions is recommended but not required.
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East Shire
Don’t do what I did, and other adventures in making your
own deck. Wondering if you have what it takes to get it done?
Wondering how to take the first step? This informative workshop
is an open discussion led by published tarot artist and author,
Lauren Onca O’Leary. Onca has both self-published and been
printed by Llewellyn, and can guide you along the perilous way
to achieving your goal of creating a deck to be shared.
motivation and tiredness into calm alertness, as blocked
energy begins to flow. More advanced students will be able to
experience a profound internal state easily.
Whack and Roll
Blackfoot Lodge Tales
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North Stage
All Welcome
Saucy. Skilled. Playful! Danced to a rousing beat, the Egyptian
folkloric cane dance is energetic, fun, and just slightly cheeky.
Join us for a short session of shimmytastic, floor-thwacking fun;
learn how to handle one of bellydancing’s most attitude-filled
props! (canes will be available for borrowing)
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10:00 a.m.
TJ & Cynthia Laffan
Kid Village
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East Meadow
William Cochrane
All Welcome
Join William Cochrane as he shares the Piegan “Blackfeet”
folktales from his youth, and discover how these indigenous
stories can guide us in the modern day.
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Studio
Fantastic Foods of Love
Magickal recipes for love have been utilized throughout the
ages in every different spiritual tradition. What are the magickal
benefits to adding cinnamon or vanilla to a recipe? This workshop
explores the lore and practice of creating foods of love.Bring
your appetite. $5 material fee
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Visit the Vendors!
Find the special item you wish you’d never been without
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Polyamory As Sexual Identity
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East Meadow
Thai and Fly!
Ben Haffie
All Welcome
For the past decade or so, scholars from all over the world have
greatly enriched our understanding of the “Burning Times” and the
eras before and after. See what’s been done recently to add to our
growing understanding of witchcraft, shamanism, and magic.
Gregory Haley
All Welcome
This second of three workshops will examine sexual identity and
cultural identity development. Following a brief presentation about
identity construction theory and research, the workshop will spend
the bulk of the hour in a group discussion sharing our polyamory
identity experiences and discoveries to help build community and
awareness of the beautiful complexity of polyamory.
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North Pavilion
Going Deeper into Rhythm
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Runestead
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North Stage
Going Deeper into Rhythm - We will explore variations in rhythm.
Learn simple techniques that will expand your drum jammin’. We
will add layers and begin to solo over the top of these rhythms.
When layers are added, this is were your drumming everything
gets real interesting!
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Rowan Camp
Female Sweat Lodge Informational Meeting
Rowan Clan
participation in the lodges this year. You must attend this class,
AT LEAST 24 hours before the lodge, in order to participate in
that lodge.
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The Role of the Soul in
Family Constellation Work
Kenn Day All Welcome
This is an opportunity to experience the impact of Constellation
Work, a powerful tool for clearing blocks in the family or ancestral
soul. Kenn refers to Constellation Work as Group Shamanism.
Family Constellation work is a form of transformative group
process that was pioneered by Bert Hellinger in Germany over
the past few decades. Kenn received his training from Heinz
Stark, Hellinger’s protege.
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Studio
The Body Dynamic #2
Bellavia
All Welcome
These workshops are geared towards helping the artist find a
new way of seeing the body and how to translate that into an
expression of drawing. You will be drawing from a live model
in this class and you do not need to have had past drawing
experience. The #2 class will be best if you have attended the
first one, we will draw on what was learned the first class.
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Writing Poetry: Pantouns
Karen Heaster
Adult Only
Pantoun is a style of poetry brought to the west from Malaysia
by Victor Hugo. It has a specific structure that intensifies what
is being said by repetition. You may choose to write rhymed or
unrhymed poems in this style. Come to explore the style and
share.
Intro to Energy for Adults
Rae Kroner Adult Only
We’ll be working on different energy techniques and games - how
to find the energy, how to ground and center, cast circles, play
with elemental energy - and more! If you find yourself trying to
figure out what a book meant by “shield” or “grounding” - this
is the workshop for you. Old hands and new, come for practice
and learning.
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East Shire
Stregheria (part II)
Marianne Riggiola
All Welcome
Participants will learn the special tools, rituals, sabbats, spells,
stories (Aradia) and how they differ from Wicca and the use
of the “sacceteddu”, or “little purse”. Priestess will also discuss
the secret nature of Stregheria, especially how it dffers from
“American Stregheria”.
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Main Pavilion
Burlesque Academy
Macabre Noir and Lita D’Vargas Adult Only
This is a 3-part workshop and burlesque development taught
the art of the strip tease complete with practical applications of
the bump and grind for America’s modern Pagan divas will be
provided! Attendees will learn the history of burlesque (what
it is, where it was, what it has become today), glove removal,
stocking peel, reveal, and how to develop a stage persona.
Attending all workshops is recommended, however you can join
in any day. Bring your own gloves, stockings, bras and panties.
Pasties available for purhase.
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Mixed Sweat Lodge
The Inipi is a sacred ritual, often referred to as the Sweat Lodge.
The traditional Inipi Kaga Ceremony comes from the Sioux Nation.
You MUST attend the Sweat Lodge Information Class 24 hours
before the Lodge that you wish to attend. Prior to attending a
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lodge one must be free of alcohol or drugs for at least 24 hours
and have a covering for the body (shorts, sarong, etc).
KEY:
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North Stage
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3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
North Pavilion Billy Woods Manifestation Mandalas: Coloring with Intent
Donata Ahern All Welcome
Coloring relieves stress, but discover another outcome!
Mandalas can help manifest goals through creative visualization,
which directs the energy of the mind to attain goals. Colors
have traditional associations which increase the power of the
mandalas. The actions of choosing the appropriate mandala, the
correct colors, and physically coloring the mandala is a powerful
meditative process which focuses the powers of the mind to
bring about the desired outcome.
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Studio
 Board Games, instruction available
Alyssa Yeager Teen Friendly (13-17)
instruction and extra players as needed to make each game
work! Game selection may vary by day, but options will include
quick, light-strategy games such as “Stones of Fate” and “Flip
City” and some more involved games such as “Elder Signs” and
“Settlers of Catan” as well as co-op and versus styles.
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East Meadow
Zensual Yoga (Yoga in the Buff!)
This yoga class is a combination of Kundalini and Core Strength
Vinyasa yoga. This is a naked yoga class. Practicing yoga in the buff
will increase your awareness and facilitate the awakening of the
dormant, potential energy (Kundalini) that lies at the base of the
spine. Practicing nude yoga will greatly deepen and intensify your
experience of yoga. Wear comfortable clothing (or come skyclad),
bring a yoga mat, towel and water.
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Henna Tree
Henna off the Body
Robin Jaeckel
All Welcome
Henna off the Body- In this workshop we will discuss using henna
on other objects. Examples will focus on henna on drum heads,
bones, fabric and wood. All attendees will be able to work on a
swatch of cloth to create their own designs.
All Welcome
10 exercises 5 standing 5 seated. A medical set to energize to
boys internal organs. A pillow to sit on is useful.
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East Shire
One Minute Practice
Jasper Friend Adult Only
Our fast passed lives of 2016 bring a lot of stress and tension. It’s
common for that stress to transfer to back and shoulder pain,
knots, tight ribs, and even hip/pelvic. The one minute practice is
a widely spreading technique in which we we practice a specific
style of breathing pinpointing the problem areas and releasing
tension. Though learning OMP takes longer than one minute,
once mastered it becomes the one minute practice.
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East Shire
Bowie and the Occult
Jason Winslade All Welcome
As the Thin White Duke has recently passed beyond the veil,
and given the esoteric nature of Blackstar, his final musical work,
more attention has been paid recently to the role of the Occult in
David Bowie’s oeuvre, particularly some of his mid 70s material.
We will discuss the crossover of occultism and popular music in
that period and beyond, exploring the musical art as magick.
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North Stage
Body Mandalas
Christina Bingham
All Welcome
Within each of our bodies lie the sacred proportions that makes
up the entire universe. The geometry within our form is more
easily recognized when dancing with each other. Standing in a
circle, mirroring one another, this workshops unveils that we
are all puzzle pieces that fit perfectly with one another. We will
be using dance, yoga and acro to create beautiful fractals as a
community.
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East Meadow
The Nature Pyramid Philosophy
Canelo is an inventor, master herbalist, and author of 17
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books on topics ranging from folk remedies, preparedness, sleep
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Storytelling Pavilion improvement, longevity, addiction, personal development, and
Introduction to Stones and Stone Carving &
Stones and Carving Intermediate (the Tools)
James Metcalfe
All Welcome
Focusing on identification, obtaining, and preparing stones.
Covering the basic tools involved in all the stages of the process
and the safe way to use them There will be a major focus on
safety. An introduction to the safe use of different types of tools.
Included will be diamond blades and bits, diamond lap, tumblers,
grinders and diamond saws.
most notably, “The Nature Pyramid Philosophy”.
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North Pavilion
Seeing for the Tribes
This a ritual. We have reconstructed the Ancient Hebrew Tribal
public lot casting (divination) ritual. After a brief intro, the ritual
will start and Elisheva will be answering your questions. Please
come on time; coming late disrupts the energy of the ritual.
Come with your question if you have them. This ritual is open to
all; minors must have their guardian adult with them.
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North Stage
Four Easy Steps to Drumming Bliss
Alex Wedmedyk
All Welcome
Going to the One - Learn the fundamentals of hand drumming as
well as exercises to improve your drumming in four easy steps.
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Roundhouse Field
Fire Spinners Community Meeting
Fuego and Zimra
All Welcome
A meet and greet for all fire spinners! Review safety protocol and
venue rules, then plan for our organized show. This year we will
be part of Saturday’s performance and bonfire lighting. Bring
music you want to perform to.
This is a mandatory meeting for everyone who wants to spin
fire. You may be asked to meet again for ritual practice.
Nightly fire spinning circle will open near the roundhouse for
those meeting all safety requirements.
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Ancestor Mound
Ancestor Walk
Kinder Clan
8:30 p.m.
North Pavilion/
Sacred Circle
Earth Ritual
The Ritual will use Norse Mythology to tell a story
of the sacrifice of Tyr. The ritual will focus on the
the courage to give up what we “think” we are - to
become more. You as participant should think about
what it means to sacrifice your own idea of yourself
for good of the community, during the ritual. The
element of earth gives us the solid grounding to help
us meet our challenges.
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
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Studio
The Spirit Mass ( 3 - 4 hrs)
Lillith ThreeFeathers & Joy Wedmedyk
Adult Only 21 +
The Spirit Mass is a syncretized ritual from Santeria lasting 3-4
hours. Presented with Joy Wedmedyk. Participants will pray for
and receive messages from ancestors, nature spirits, and spirit
guides. Participants must be 21. Wear white or light clothing
and head covering. No capes. Bring a snack to share. Suggested
donation: $1-$5. Pre-register at Earth Rhythm booth.
9:30 p.m.
Main Pavilion
Dixon’s Violin
We are a product of seven
generations of our past and
responsible for seven generations
of our future. Dixon now improvises
on a 5-string electric violin with
a looper to create an all-live oneman symphony. His life mission is
to inspire people - and he has done
so across North America, including
giving three TED talks/performances,
ten years at Burning Man, plus radio,
TV, and film appearances.
Boom Boom Shake
Blending traditional Middle Eastern music and
dance with a modern vibe, Boom Boom Shake
(BBS) brings you a show that is extremely vivid
and engaging. Enjoy every moment, as these bold
characters take your spirit and imagination on an
incredible journey with their awe inspiring rhythms
and extremely entertaining performance!
Elizabeth Chikeles, Shane Chikeles, Zeb Kandros,
Devin Daversa
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SPIRIT
KEY:
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Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
9:30 a.m. Granny’s Book of Shadows......................................................Sandy Caswell ................................. Storytelling Pavilion
9:30 a.m. Wicca 701...............................................................................Gavin & Yvonne Frost ....................... East Shire
9:30 a.m. And Now For Something New And Different.............................Claudia Messier ............................... East Meadow
9:30 a.m. Energy Medicine and Your Brain..............................................Stacy Newman ................................ North Pavilion
9:30 a.m. Laser Therapy for Pain Relief...................................................Gregory Peechatt ............................. Studio
9:30 a.m. Yoga as a Moving Meditation...................................................Raven Emslie................................... North Stage
10:00 a.m.
 Morning Story and Crafts..................................................TJ & Cynthia Laffan.......................... Kid Village
11:30 a.m. Women’s Health & Hygiene for the Happy Vagina....................Lori Albright ..................................... East Shire
11:30 a.m. The Witch in European and Western Imagination.....................Skip Clark ....................................... East Meadow
11:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
 Learning How to Color With Your Colored Pencils..............Karen Crittenden ............................. Studio
 Board Game Hour.............................................................Diana Hiatt....................................... Kid Village
11:30 a.m. Application..............................................................................Diana Paxson .................................. Runestead
11:30 a.m. A Teacher/Student Ritual.........................................................Gretchen Schork ............................. North Pavilion
1:30 p.m. Understanding Karma From a Shamanic Perspective...............Kenn Day ........................................ Main Pavilion
1:30 p.m. Clothing Optional/Nudism: Protocol.........................................Bill Lauff........................................... North Pavilion
1:30 p.m. Board Games, instruction available.........................................Alyssa Yeager .................................. Teen Space
1:30 p.m. Spiritual Evolution through the Ancestors................................Joy Wedmedyk ................................ East Shire
1:30 p.m. A New Emerging History of Earth.............................................Breighton & Kathleen Dawe ............. East Meadow
1:30 p.m.
 Why Colors?.....................................................................Jo Frost ........................................... Kid Village
1:30 p.m. Women’s Frame Drum Circle...................................................Liz Holland ...................................... Storytelling Pailion
1:30 p.m. Frey, God of the World.............................................................Ann Groa Sheffield........................... Runestead
1:30 p.m. The Writer Within.....................................................................Jamie Kubala .................................. Studio
1:30 p.m
Fire Safety..............................................................................Christina Bingham ........................... Roundhouse Field
3:30 p.m. The Pendulum as a Magical Tool.............................................Donata Ahern .................................. North Pavilion
3:30 p.m. Sweat Lodge (Female): Inipi Kaga Ceremony...........................Rowan Clan ..................................... Sweat Lodge
3:30 p.m. Fire Spinner Community Meeting #3 ......................................Fuego............................................... Roundhouse Field
3:30 p.m. Introduction to the Apocryphal Books of the Bible....................Fredde Hollman................................ Studio
3:30 p.m. Pre-Scription for Your Life.......................................................Starlet Lebrun ................................. East Meadow
3:30 p.m. Heal the Blood: Blessing the Womb of the World.....................Kiana Love ...................................... East Shire
3:30 p.m. Sing It Out!: Advanced Chanting for Ritual and Fun..................Firesong........................................... North Stage
5:30 p.m. Interrupting the Hero’s Journey...............................................Jason Winslade ............................... East Shire
5:30 p.m. Pagan Pedagogy.....................................................................Thista Minai .................................... East Meadow
5:30 p.m. Tribal Fusion Intensive, Part 1,2,3............................................Sadira Saraswati.............................. Storytelling Pavilion
5:30 p.m. Trigger Point Therapy for Headaches.......................................Anomie Jo........................................ North Pavilion
8:00 p.m. Ancestor Walk.........................................................................Kinder Clan...................................... Ancestor Mound
8:30 p.m. Spirit Ritual ....................................................................................................................... Labyrinth/ Spirit Shrine
9:30 p.m. Brian Henke ................................................................................................................................... Main Pavilion
The BuddhaHood............................................................................................................................ Main Pavilion
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Storytelling Pailion
Granny’s Book of Shadows
Television and movies are filled with ancient looking tombs
containing lotions, potions, charms and spells. You KNOW you
want one! But where do you get such a thing? Can you buy
it? Make it? What information should you include? Sandy will
explain everything you need to know from the Old World Granny
Magick perspective.
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East Shire
Psychic Development 1
Katie Gajdacs
All Welcome
Katie will explain Psychic Phenomena; working with the white
light – protection and why it is needed; different ways of
divination; Neuro- Linguistic Programming and its importance;
communicating with spirit guides; practical exercises to increase
intuition
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East Shire
Wicca 701
Gavin and Yvonne will use the pentagram as a memory aid to
take you further along the road to a free spirituality. Find a
path that appeals to you and satisfies your own intellect. If we
can all agree on some basic ideas, how about forming a church
association which could then speak for more than half a dozen
people, and thus gain more recognition?
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East Meadow
And Now For Something New And Different
Have you browsed the merchants and seen wonderful things that
made you say “I could do that,” but you never seem to get to it?
Have you looked at ads for craft supplies and workshops and felt
like it was just beyond you? This workshop helps you figure out
what’s really holding you back, not only creatively, but in your
spiritual progress as well. Join us and break down those barriers!
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North Pavilion
Energy Medicine and Your Brain
How is your brain health? Do you want to improve memory and
focus, reduce stress and anxiety, maintain strong brain function
even as you age? Learn self-care Energy Medicine techniques
to help you improve and maintain your brain function. Discover
how lifestyle choices and gut health impact your brain. Work
with your Vagus Nerve to improve stress response and help fight
inflammatory diseases.
Visit the Vendors!
Find the special item you wish you’d never been without
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
Hoopy Froods
always know
where their towel’s at
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Studio
Laser Therapy for Pain Relief
Application of Cold Laser for relieving pain in the affected areas
of the body is one of the latest, FDA cleared, non-invasive, nonsurgical, steroid and pain killer-free treatment which instantly
alleviates and/or permanently cures pain arising from sports or
other injuries, muscle spasms, inflammation, edema etc. It is for
speeding up healing on the cellular level by helping the muscle
tissues and collagen more functional. Workshop will be a video
presentation and talk.
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North Stage
Yoga as Moving Meditation
Raven Emslie Adult Only
Learn series of simple flowing yoga poses that, with repetition,
will allow you to shift from your thinking brain into a deeper state
of being. Stretch your body, quiet your mind and awaken your
spirit.Please bring a yoga mat. This workshop is only as vigorous
as you make it. Gentle practitioners welcome.
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10:00 a.m.
TJ & Cynthia Laffan
Kid Village
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East Shire
Lori Albright Adult Only
Knowledge is POWER! This is open discussion about vaginal
Health and Hygiene, Sexuality and Safety, Politics and Paternalism,
and Resources. Open to all women and caring supportive male
partners by the woman’s request. Women under 18 must have an
adult female accompany them. This will be a very frank discussion.
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East Meadow
The Witch in European & Western Imagination
When many people think of witches, they think of old, warty,
women obsessed with destroying the fertility of crops, animals
and people through the power of the Devil. Where did these
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KEY:
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Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
fantasies arise and how were they represented in the art and
the literature of medieval and early modern times? The witch is
a powerful symbolic figure and unraveling the mysteries of that
figure is a fascinating one. Come with ideas and questions.
feelings naturists experience in a clothing optional environment.
There will be lots of opportunity to for open discussion and
questions. Seasoned nudists are also welcome to come share
their stories.
 Learning How to Color
Board Games, instruction available
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Studio
With Your Colored Pencils
The coloring craze is here! But how do you blend those colors
together to make those beautiful pages? How do you get those
shaded areas? How, How, How? We will work with colored pencils
and paper to learn as much as we can about how to work those
pencils to your advantage. We will learn the very basics of blending
and shading and perhaps a few tips and tricks as time permits!!
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Kid Village
 Board Game Hour
Diana Hiatt
All Welcome
All ages welcome! Come meet other pagan gamers over a
friendly board or card game. Games available will be - Settlers
of Catan, Puerto Rico, Dixit, Monopoly, Clue, Scrabble, Othello,
Munchin, Strageo, chess, Fluxx and others.
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Runestead
Application
Diana Paxson Adult Only
Runic roundtable, Divination, blessing of runes and wands. This
is part of a weeklong Runic Intensive providing an introduction
to the Elder Futhark and the ways in which the runes can be
used for magic, divination, and healing. During the course of the
week students will make rune sets or a rune wand. Attending all
5 sessions is recommended but not required.
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North Pavilion
A Teacher/Student Ritual
We all teach and learn. This rite helps focus our participation
in the learning process through spiritual dedication to a higher
purpose. For anyone who studies, mentors, teaches. Copies of
ritual will be provided.
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Main Pavilion
Understanding Karma
from a Shamanic Perspective
Kenn Day All Welcome
This workshop will be a discussion of the nature of karma and
how it works from a shamanic perspective. We will look at the
impact past experiences have on our lives and how to lessen
and even erase that impact going into the future.
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North Paviion
Bill Lauff
Adult Only
Helping the “new” nudist and non-nudist learn about naturism
with an emphasis on protocol and etiquette. Improve your
understanding of the different reasons for naturism and the
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Teen Space
Alyssa Yeager Teen Friendly (13-17
instruction and extra players as needed to make each game
work! Game selection may vary by day, but options will include
quick, light-strategy games such as “Stones of Fate” and “Flip
City” and some more involved games such as “Elder Signs” and
“Settlers of Catan” as well as co-op and versus styles.
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East Shire
Spiritual Evolution through the Ancestors
Joy Wedmedyk An Altar for the ancestors and other benevolent spirits is a place
of prayer and comfort, and is the foundation of your spiritual
progression. It will organize your spiritual frame, establish
stronger communication with your guides and Ancestors and
balance your connections to the world of the spirits. You will
learn how to choose a place for the altar, how to set it up, how
to take care of it and your spirits, and how to maintain effective
communication through prayer and meditation.
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East Meadow
A New Emerging History of Earth
What is the true story? Children of the Gods, genetic
manipulation, E.T./Celestial interference, ancient astronauts
and nuclear wars, giants, inner earth realms, refugees from
Mars – so many theories, so many conspiracies, so many hidden
agendas. We will have a lively discussion of the latest ancient
archeological finds, cosmic disclosures, theories, and discoveries
that upend many established “facts” and shed light on a much
larger emerging picture of “earthstory”.
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Kid Village
 Why Colors?
Children will be using chromatography to discuss colors and
their meanings. There is a lot to learn about colors and their
importance,
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Women’s Frame Drum Circle
Frame drumming has long been considered part of the Divine
Feminine, with evidence to ancient times that women were the
first drummers. We’ll make a sacred circle and create unique
compositions. “We vibrate to the rhythms of our mother’s blood
before she herself is born.” -Layne Redmond All levels, some
instruments will be available. Please only bring frame drums
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to this workshop. (Tambourine, Rain drum, Shaman’s Drum,
Bodhran, Tar, etc.)
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Runestead
Frey, God of the World
Ann Groa Sheffield
All Welcome
The Norse god Frey is usually classified as a “fertility god,” but
he is much more: a divine ancestor, a lord of sovereignty, and a
strong protector of his people. This class will focus on the many
aspects of his nature and some of the stories about him that
survive. We will close with a short Norse ritual to honor Frey.
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Studio
The Writer Within
If there’s something you’ve always wanted to write, but never had
the time, here’s your chance! Start the book that has been inside you
for years. Create (or continue) a journal. Your inner voice can become
a poem or song. The world awaits your article or essay. Feel blessed
when you express or confess. Send a letter to your spouse, sibling
or lover. Get it out, put it down. A safe space awaits you, let’s write!
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Roundhouse Field
Fire Spinning Safety
Always wanted to handle fire? Come learn how to do it safely. Safety
protocol and techniques will be demonstrated. This is required
if you have not taken this class before and would like to spin.
• Safety procedures. • Safe props, how not to break stuff.
• Communicating with your safety! All this and much, much more!
MANDATORY class for anyone new to the festival or fire
spinning. Veterans are encouraged to come and share.
Nightly fire spinning circle will open near the roundhouse for
those meeting all safety requirements.
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North Pavilion
The Pendulum as a Magical Tool
Donata Ahern All Welcome
Explore the many uses of a pendulum as a dowsing tool. It can be
used to assess chakra energy, to find missing items, to determine
the energy of your home, and for personal healing work. The
workshop includes overviews of the chakra system, auras, use
of the labyrinth (when we measure auras), clearing space, etc.
Does it really work? Come and find out! Dowsing is fun as well
as useful.
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Female Sweat Lodge
The Inipi is a sacred ritual, often referred to as the Sweat Lodge
or Stone Lodge. The traditional Inipi Kaga Ceremony comes from
the Sioux Nation. You must attend the Sweat Lodge Information
Class that is offered 24 hours before the Lodge that you wish
to attend. This class includes information about the traditional
lodges that are offered and instructions for preparation. Prior to
attending a lodge one must be free of alcohol or drugs for at least
24 hours and have a covering for the body (shorts, sarong, etc).
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
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RoundhouseField
Fire Spinner Community Meeting #3 - Final
Preparation for Saturday/Dress rehearsal
Fuego and Zimra
We will be discussing the final preparations and any changes for
Saturday’s bonfire lighting. Assistance will be available for any
groups having issues with choreography. Costume coordination,
final dress rehearsal schedule, and any other details will be
addressed at this meeting. This is MANDATORY for anyone
planning on spinning. If you can NOT make it due to schedule
conflicts, you MUST see Fuego BEFORE this meeting.
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Studio
Introduction to the Apocryphal Books of the Bible
Fredde Hollman
All Welcome
A discussion of the persecution of two Christian sects that began
with the 1st Council of Nicaea in 325 AD and the role Emperor
Constantine played. This talk will be centered on the Gnostics,
and the Cathars, what happened to them then, and are they still
with us? Their beliefs, practices and how they relate to many
new age belief systems. Handouts will be used.
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East Meadow
Pre-Scription for Your Life
Starlet Lebrun
All Welcome
In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of hypnosis
and how to make it work for their life. Participants will learn how
to create personalized scripts to create the changes you seek in
your life. In addition, we will end with a session that will help to
open the mind to the creative energies that surround us.
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East Shire
Heal the Blood: Blessing the Womb of the World
Kiana Love All Welcome
Always wanted to come together to heal the blood of the womb
and bless all wombs as sacred? Men and women come from
the womb and need to reestablish it as a hallowed abode of
creativity and abundance. Restore the sacredness of your body
and the sacredness of the earth with a guided journey of ritual,
energy healing, crystal bowl sound bath and movement. Heal
the womb, heal the earth and be wild, sacred and free.
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North Stage
Sing It Out!: Advanced Chanting for Ritual & Fun
Firesong
All Welcome
We’ll go beyond basic chants, beyond “the dirge” and learn more
complex melodies, foreign languages, and into the realm of
rounds and multiple parts. We may also have time to create our
own chants. No chanting experience required, but this class will
move faster and have more complicated songs than beginning
chanting. Lyric sheets provided.
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East Shire
Interrupting the Hero’s Journey
Jason Winslade All Welcome
Much of our traditional Western narrative and mythology is
based on the classic “Hero’s Journey”, but increasingly, the
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dominance of the monomyth is being questioned. Popular
characters like Buffy, and more recently Rey and Furiosa have
stirred the desire to write different stories and create different
definitions of heroes. But are these characters enough to unseat
the hold the hero’s journey has on us? And is this even a bad
thing? We’ll discuss recent
KEY:
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
8:30 p.m.
Labyrinth/
Spirit Shrine
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East Meadow
Spirit Ritual
Many prominent Pagan educators have pointed out that all of us,
regardless of age, learn as children when we approach divinity.
In this workshop we will discuss how theories in early childhood
education pertain to adult spiritual development. We will explore
the differences between declarative and experiential knowledge,
examine schemas and cognitive dissonance, and explain how
these and other concepts apply to how we process spiritual
experiences.
and in the center of it all
spirit answers the unasked.
Pagan Pedagogy
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Tribal Fusion Intensive. Part 1, 2, 3
Sadira Saraswati
Adult Only
Part one the basics will teach basic hip chest and arm movements
of the tribal fusion style and an overview of what tribal fusion
belly dance is
Part two will teach traveling movement and how to integrate it
with the basic movements
Part three will start layering movements and integrate improv vs
choreography
A small piece of choreography will be part of the learning process.
Tribal fusion belly dance is an a ante garde or modern american
form of the dance that had become a global phenomenon. It
integrates bellydance with a second form or an amalgamation of
forms of dance.
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North Pavilion
Trigger Point Therapy for Headaches
Anomie Jo
All Welcome
Headaches are an extremely common malidy and most people
experience them at least occasionally. Most headaches are a result
of myofascial trigger points in the shoulders and neck. These can
be caused by injuries such as whiplash or other trauma, but are
very commonly caused by posture, repetitive stress, computer
work, gaming and other computer/tablet and phone use. Learn
self-care to reduce and/or eliminate trigger points for yourself
and simple ways to help friends too.
9:30 p.m.
Main Pavilion
Brian Henke
Singer / songwriter / fingerstyle
guitarist / harp guitarist. Eight
CDs currently released. Will be
on compilation CD called The
Green Album with Wendy Rule,
Tuath Dea, SJ Tucker, Sharon Knight, Ginger Doss,
Damh the Bard, and many others due in May and
released at Calder Fest. Please visit www.facebook.
com/brianhenke9 and for live instrumental video
www.youtube.com
The BuddhaHood
Since 1996, The Buddhahood has been driving their
World-Ternative Groove train in and out of Rochester,
NY, whipping crowds into frenzy, blurring the line
between stage and dance floor with a bold variety of
styles in shades of Afropop, Roots, Reggae Jazz, Rock,
Blues and Samba. A guaranteed dance party.
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Ancestor Mound
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Ancestor Walk
Kinder Clan
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CELEBRATION
KEY:
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Kid’s Programming
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Teen Programming
9:30 a.m.
Introduction to Spiritual Journaling & Scrapbooking............Jamie Kubala ............................Studio
9:30 a.m.
Crystals 102 part 2.............................................................Gene Corn .................................Wolf Treasurers Booth
9:30 a.m.
Fairie Wreaths & Goddess Headresses................................Tigerlilly.....................................Storytelling Pavilion
9:30 a.m.
Bellydance like a Beautiful Beast........................................Lauren O’Leary...........................North Pavilion
9:30 a.m.
Flying Fingers: Cymbal Techniques......................................Maia Alexandra...........................North Stage
10:00 a.m.
 Morning Story and Crafts..............................................TJ & Cynthia Laffan....................Kid Village
Awakening the Flow of Qi .............................................Carol Lee Callen ........................East Shire
11:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m. King, Warrior, Magician... Lover...........................................William Cochrane ......................East Meadow
11:30 a.m. Introduction To Voodoo and Afro-Caribbean Paganism.........Lilith Dorsey ..............................Studio
11:30 a.m. Polyamory Troubleshooting.................................................Gregory Haley.............................Storytelling Pavilion
11:30 a.m. Drum Check up & repair.....................................................Alex Wedmedyk .........................North Stage
11:30 p.m.
 Spellwork for Teens.....................................................Rae Kroner ................................Teen Space
1:30 PM
 SATURDAY KID’S PARADE & “NORMAL IS BORING”.....................................................KID VILLAGE & MAIN PAVILION
1:30 p.m.
Experiential Art Walk...........................................................Bellavia......................................Studio
1:30 p.m.
Invert Yourself!....................................................................Ben Haffie..................................East Meadow
1:30 p.m.
Cinquains............................................................................Karen Heaster............................North Pavilion
1:30 p.m.
Analyzing Relationships Using the Pentacle.........................Marianne Riggiola......................East Shire
1:30 p.m.
Burlesque Academy............................................................Macabre Noir & Lita D’Vargas .....Main Pavilion
3:30 p.m.
Discover the Power of Your Past Lives.................................Donata Ahern ............................East Meadow
3:30 p.m.
Oracular Seidh....................................................................Diana Paxson ............................Runestead
3:30 p.m.
Beginner/Basic West African Dance.....................................Zen Holmes ...............................North Pavilion
3:30 p.m.
Henna for Hair.....................................................................Robin Jaeckel ............................Henna Tree
3:30 p.m.
 Line Dance - Dance Off!..............................................Seeker ......................................Teen Tent
3:30 p.m.
Stones and Carving Advanced.............................................James Metcalfe .........................Storytelling Pavilion
3:30 p.m.
Qi Gang Cloud Hands..........................................................Billy Woods ................................North Stage
5:30 p.m.
Tantric Energy Exploration...................................................Leslie Blackburn.........................Runestead
5:30 p.m.
Pagan Consent Culture........................................................Jason Winslade .........................East Shire
5:30 p.m.
Mind, Body, and Pole...........................................................Jasper Friend.............................Babylon Pole
5:30 p.m.
Personal DreamWeaving ..............................................Lillith ThreeFeathers ..................Studio
5:30 p.m.
Expressive Yoga..................................................................Christina Bingham......................North Stage
5:30 p.m.
Folk Remedies and Sleep Improvement...............................Anthony Canelo .........................East Meadow
5:30 p.m.
Liliths: The Night Spirits of the Ancient Pagan Middle East.....EliSheva ....................................North Pavilion
9:00 p.m. Cu Dubh....................................................................... Main Pavilion
10:00 p.m. Procession and Celebration......................................... Ritual Field
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Studio
Introduction to Spiritual Journaling
and Scrapbooking
Learn how creating a scrapbook (also known as a “memory
book” can be a spiritual experience. Use creative expression to
achieve personal growth through thoughts, words and images.
Which images are best for expressing and revealing your life’s
path? What are simple and foolproof way to organize and share
them? It’s easier than you think. Bring photos (cell phone images
OK) or any meaningful artifacts from your life if you have them.
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Crystals 102 (part II)
Make your own grids and layouts with stones. Bring a blanket or
towel to lay on for grid work.
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Fairie Wreaths & Goddess Headresses
Tigerlilly
All Welcome
Using silk and dried flowers, feathers and sparkly things, we will
create beautiful head pieces to wear during Sirius. come and
add to your Pagan wardrobe with your own unique wearable art
creation.Personal items such as a special feather, bone, or small
jewelry item can be added in to make it even more special.
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North Pavilion
Bellydance like a Beautiful Beast
Lauren O’Leary
Adult Only
Bellydance lets us be sassy, powerful, and evocative. It can also
open us up to our wildness, our intuitive and animal natures,
our inner queens and kings and beasts and comic heroes and
wonderful monsters. Let’s explore our full range of potential,
from Baba Yaga to delicate flowers, from satyrs to slinky cat
people.
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North Stage
Flying Fingers: Cymbal Techniques
All Welcome
Finger Cymbals (Zills, Zillya, or Sagat) are a gorgeous and
often overlooked percussive instrument. For dancers, they
are a challenging and rewarding way to develop musicality
and bring awareness to your hands and arm placement. For
drummers, they are a fascinating method to create new sounds
and high overtones to the circle. This workshop will cover the
fundamentals for both! I will have a few pairs for borrowing.

Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
glitter... these are what childhood memories are made of!
Every morning more crafty fun for children and their parental
units alike. Donations gratefully accepted. Parents must stay
with their children – there are no babysitting services at Kid
Village and children cannot be left alone there even during
workshops
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East Shire
motivation and tiredness into calm alertness, as blocked
energy begins to flow.More advanced students will be able to
experience a profound internal state easily.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m. East Meadow
King, Warrior, Magician... Lover
William Cochrane
All Welcome
How do these 4 archetypes manifest themselves within each
man? How can we use these ideals to enrich or lives and our
souls to be better community members. Join William for a
journey into the Mytho-poetics of the complete man.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Studio
Introduction To Voodoo
and Afro-Caribbean Paganism
The world of voodoo is a universe populated with sacred gods,
spirit possessions, and natural grace. Despite media portrayals
of zombies and wild abandon, the religion is actually a complex
system of nature-inspired belief. This class will answer your
questions, and introduce you to the voodoo gods of fire, love,
lightning, and more.
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Polyamory Troubleshooting
Gregory Haley
All Welcome
This third workshop in the series examines some of the challenges
and problems we face living a poly life. Using the group discussion
model from the first two workshops, we will engage in a
community-based solution workshop to share experiences and
provide mindful strategies for overcoming the challenges that can
stand in the way of a fulfilling and LOVE filled poly life.
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10:00 a.m.
TJ & Cynthia Laffan
Kid Village
Play Together
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Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
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North Stage 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
North Pavilion
Drum Check Up & Repair
Cinquains
In this workshop I’ll provide you with a checklist of things to
consider in maintaining and obtaining a personal drum. Alex will
give instructions on preventative maintenance and “first aid”
measures you can take to keep your drum in good shape. Fix it
now! Hands on, do it yourself or we’ll repair it for you. Will share
helpful hints on how to select or repair your drum that’s right for
you. Understanding your drum. Drumming as a lifestyle. Being
one with your drum.
Karen Heaster
All Welcome
Don’t panic - you won’t have to do it by yourself! We will be
writing five-line poems as a group activity. They will be silly,
profound, beautiful and sometimes just strange. Above all
the activity of writing them is pure fun! Absolutely no writing
experience required.
 Spellwork for Teens
Partipants will analyze, using the pentacle and its points, to
see how compatible they are with a partner, spouse, business
partner, friend, and any relationship. How the relationship can
be (repaired, if a problem) balanced, and used to prevent a
possible problem. A book on the subjet will be published within
the next two years.
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East Shire
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analyzing Relationships Using the Pentacle
All Welcome
11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Teen Space Marianne Riggiola
Rae Kroner Teens (13-17)
This workshop is just for teens! If you’ve ever wanted to
construct a spell, but weren’t quite sure how, then this is the
place to go. We’ll go over what a spell is, the components of a
spell, and a small discussion on the ethics of magic. After that,
each participant has the option of constructing their own spell,
using items to be provided or found.
 1:30 p.m.
Kid Village
Saturday Kid’s Parade!
Meet at Kid’s Village dressed in a costume
if you have one – or come as you are. We’ll
process around the camp ground and make
a lot of noise and bring the mural we’ve
been working on to the Sacred Bonfire
for the Spirit Dragon. End up at the Main
Pavilion for a special performance.
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Main Pavilion
Burlesque Academy
Macabre Noir and Lita D’Vargas Adult Only
This is 3-part workshop and burlesque development taught
the art of the strip tease complete with practical applications of
the bump and grind for America’s modern Pagan divas will be
provided! Attendees will learn the history of burlesque (what
it is, where it was, what it has become today), glove removal,
stocking peel, reveal, and how to develop a stage persona.
Attending all workshops is recommended, however you can join
in any day. Bring your own gloves, stockings, bras and panties.
Pasties available for purchase.
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East Meadow
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Discover the Power of Your Past Lives
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Studio Donata Ahern Adult Only
Experiential Art Walk
Bellavia
All Welcome
Art is everywhere. Art is experience. Life is Art, Art is Life. Anyone
interested in exploring nature based performance art should
come - bring something that needs expressing. Works will be
constructed as a group or solo dependent on concepts. For
inspiration before coming look up artists such as Billy X Curmano,
Ana Mendieta, Hannah Wilke, Ann Hamilton, Marina Abramovia.
Modes of documentation will be discussed also.
Discover the power of your past lives, how Karma operates, and
how to release the limiting patterns, bonds, beliefs, etc., from
past lives that block what you want now. Your soul remains
with you through all lives and holds the patterns and memories
of them all. Past lives can help you to understand and change
blockages and patterns. You will have the option of experiencing
a relevant past life in a light hypnosis trance.
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Runestead
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Oracular Seidh
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
East Meadow
Invert Yourself!
Ben Haffie
All Welcome
Turn the world upside down and explore some inversions!
Focusing on alignment and balance, this class is an exploration of
shoulder stands, forearm stands, headstands, and handstands.
From fingertips to toenails, small adjustments to inverted posture
can be made to dramatically improve a practice. If all goes well,
we’ll be inverting ourselves on top of each other! Heaps of fun. I
promise. Bring a Yoga mat or blanket. Please wear minimal and/
or tighter-fitting comfortable clothing.
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Diana Paxson All Welcome
Now, as in the time of the Vikings, seers and seeresses journey to
the spirit world to find answers to your questions. This practice
comes from the heathen tradition, but all are welcome as we
support each other with our energy and learn what wyrd has
woven. For more information about Seidh, see www.seidh.org,
or /The Way of the Oracle/ by Diana L. Paxson.
SATURDAY, JULY 23
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Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
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North Pavilion
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Runestead
Zen Marie’s African dance class is a celebration of life. You will
learn Djembe style dancing using rhythms and movements
from Guinea, Mali and Senegal. The class will begin with a
body stretching, strengthening and toning warm-up, followed
by simple yet highly energetic movements. This class is for
students with no African dance background or those with limited
experience.
Leslie Backburn
All Welcome
Give yourself permission to safely explore pleasure and bliss!
Join Leslie Blackburn, Sacred Sexual Healer and Transformational
Guide, for a guided practice to explore energy through breath,
sound and movement. We’ll explore physical and energy body
awareness and the Sacred Geometry of our energy bodies.
All adults of any sexual and gender identity are welcome
and encouraged. No need to bring a partner. Wear loose,
comfortable clothing to support breath and movement (Skyclad
also welcome).
Beginner/Basic West African Dance
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Henna Tree
Henna for Hair
Robin Jaeckel
All Welcome
Henna for Hair - Discover the beauty and benefits of coloring your
hair naturally using all natural plant materials. The incidences of
negative reactions to chemical colorings are on the rise, but you
can still have beautiful and luxurious hair without chemicals.
Learn which plants to use to create gold, red and even black
tones that color gray naturally!
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Stones and Carving Advanced
James Metcalfe
Adult Only
The use of high speed tools, burrs, suction carvers, hydro
lasers,sand blasting and air tools. I will be covering relief and
intaglio carving, fine detail and finishes.
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North Stage
Tantric Energy Exploration
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East Shire
Pagan Consent Culture
Jason Winslade
All Welcome
The increasing acknowledgement and discussion of sexual
assault and abuse, especially in alternative spiritual communities,
has created a need for frank dialogue and guidelines on the
importance of consent. This discussion has taken place in the
Sex Positive community and now more than ever in the Pagan
community. Based on the recent anthology Pagan Consent
Culture, edited by Christine Hoff Kraemer and Yvonne Aburrow,
this workshop will examine the implications of this discussion .
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Babylon Pole
Mind, Body, and Pole
Billy Woods All Welcome
A set of exercises to raise and focus the body physical energy, 5
standing and 5 seated, a pillow to sit on will be useful.
Jasper Friend
Adult Only
Pole dance and fitness can seem extremely intimidating, but as
we all know, Brushwood is a safe space. We’ll be focusing on
beginner pole skills and simple spins. If you’ve ever even been
just a little bit interested in pole this is the perfect place and
time for you to come give it a whirl.
 Line Dance - Dance Off!
Personal DreamWeaving
Qi Gang Cloud Hands aka as Short Power Set
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Teen Tent
Seeker
Teens (13-17)
After a bit of training, two groups mpete to see who is the best
at the Electric Slide, the Macarena, even the Chicken Dance, and
ore! Hosted by The King - Elvis!
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Studio
Lillith ThreeFeathers
Teen Friendly (13-17)
The class focuses on transformative dreaming methods including
resolving nightmares, dream re-entry, dream incubation, and
dream modification. Based on Lillith’s training with a Dream
Shaman, the session will be helpful whether you remember
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a few bits or many dreams. Depending on the abilities of the
students, the session may include techniques for weaving
dreams into ordinary reality.
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North Stage
Expressive Yoga
Christina Bingham
All Welcome
A dance based practice wherein the student focuses on alignment
and centering to then branch out & move through postures in
fun and creative ways inspired by belly & temple dance. We will
move through traditional asanas (postures) like a slow vinyasa
(moving with breath). Bring a yoga mat and water bottle!
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East Meadow

Kid’s Programming

Teen Programming
Enjoy Your Stay!
Respect the Land and its Shrines.
Be Mindful of
the People Around You
and Yourself.
Explore Something New!
Folk Remedies and Sleep Improvement
Sleep deprivation is a public epidemic. However there are so
many simple and natural suggestions that can help the struggling
sleeper. In this workshop we will discuss common causes for sleep
deprivation and insomnia and how to fix them using several dozen
natural methods. In addition, and included within this workshop,
we will discuss the dozens of health benefits simple everyday
products like hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, sea salt, olive oil,
and castor oil.
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North Pavilion
Liliths: The Night Spirits
of the Ancient Pagan Middle East
Most people have heard of Lilith; for many modern Pagan
women she has become a symbol of female independence. Did
you know there were male ones too? We will talk about what
the Liliths (yes, plural is intentional) actually were in the folk tales
and religious beliefs of the ancient middle East. Who they were,
where they lived, what they did. This workshop will touch upon
history folklore and magical traditions to illustrate this topic
9:00 p.m.
Main Pavilion
Cu Dubh
Cu Dubh / Koo-Doo / or /Koo-Dove/ - Brought to you by
musicians who have dedicated their entire lives to the
study and performance of ancient music. Mike McNutt,
David Macejka (performed on 2012 Grammy nominated
recording) and a variety of select performers have
brought together their personal influences to create dark
original compositions played on the Highland Bagpipes
and a barrage of drums from around the world.
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10:00 p.m.
Procession
and
Celebration
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES
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AHERN, DONATA
DONATA AHERN MSW, CHT, is a HPS in the Alexandrian and Gardnerian
Traditions of Wicca, and a Druid Companion in OBOD. She has studied
advanced shamanic healing and Past Life Soul Regression. She is a
member of the American Dowsers Society and a Reiki Master. She is a
member of the Grey Council and faculty of the Grey School of Wizardry.
THU North Pavilion – Manifestation Mandalas: Coloring with Intent
FRI North Pavilion – THE PENDULUM AS A MAGICAL TOOL
SAT East Meadow – DISCOVER THE POWER OF YOUR PAST LIVES
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ALBRIGHT, LORI
Lori Albright Lori became a Registered Nurse (RN) in 1979, and began
working in OB in 1982. She received her Certified Nurse Midwife
(CNM) in 1987 and became involved with the Pittsburgh’s first
freestanding birth center in 1982. She was one of the first clients
there to benefit from midwifery care when her son was the first boy
born. Lori so strongly believed in the support and empowering of
women in this manner, that she became the nurse birth assistant and
childbirth educator for the midwife at the BirthPlace. After several
years, Lori pursued midwifery education with the sole (soul) purpose
of providing high-quality, personal, low-tech and individualized care
to women and their families.
MON 11:30 a.m. East Shire, TUE 3:30 p.m. North Pavilion, FRI 11:30
a.m., East Shire – Women’s Health & Hygiene for the Happy Vagina
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ALOI, PEG
Peg Aloi is a founding member of The Witches’s Voice and is currently
a news editor for its Facebook page. She has been writing her media
blog The Witching Hour for over a decade, first on Blogger and now at
Patheos.com. She is also a freelance film critic and wrote numerous
reviews for the Boston Phoenix from 1997-2013. She recently coedited an anthology on HBO’s “Carnivale” and teaches media studies
in upstate NY.
TUE, THU North Pavilion – Witchcraft and Cinema: Recent Trends •
The Occult and Television: From 1968 to the Present WED North Pavilion – Witchcraft, PR, and Social Media
the US. A former engineer, and Ironman triathlete before her spiritual
awakening, she conducts workshops (with international attendees),
and has reached thousands with her inspirational presentations. Her
radio program is one of the most listened-to on Body Mind Spirit
Radio. She bridges the gap between sexuality and spirituality.
SAT Runestead – Tantric Energy Exploration
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CALLEN, CAROL LEE
Carol Lee Callen DOM is a practitioner of oriental medicine in Santa
Fe, NM. She is certified as a Hatha yoga instructor, a transformational
breathwork facilitator and a qi-gong practitioner. Carol has been
teaching the intuitive and energetic arts in the Brushwood community
for almost 20 years.
TUE, THU, SAT East Shire – Awakening the Flow of Qi
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CANELO, ANTHONY
Anthony James Canelo is a master herbalist, awarded speaker, author,
inventor, musician and owner of The Phoenix Institute. Anthony
began his adventure into alternative health after a long fought
battle with insomnia and a nervous system condition known as postherpetic neuralgia. Afterwards, Anthony began consulting family and
friends on natural methods to improve their health and well-being.
Since then, his life has appreciably snowballed into a dynamic path of
service, self-healing, and continuous education.
TUE, THU, SAT East Meadow – 5:1 Herbal Vaping • The Nature
Pyramid Philosophy • Folk Remedies and Sleep Improvement
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CASWELL, SANDY
Sandy Caswell’s study and practice of magick and metaphysics has
been an ongoing and diverse 40 year journey. She is a graduate of the
State University of New York and the One Voice School of Interfaith
Ministry, is a legally ordained Minister, a thrice ordained Priestess; and
has been adopted into a clan of Welsh Wise Women. In 1999, Sandy
incorporated Willow Grove, The First Pagan Church of Rochester, NY.
MON, WED, FRI Storytelling - Intro to Old World Granny Magick
Granny Magick Divination Granny’s Book of Shadows
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ANOMIE JO
Anomie has been practicing Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy for 17
years and has her own office where she offers pain management
Trigger Point Therapy and bodywork. She is nationally certified and
is on the board of the only organization that supports manual trigger
point therapists.
MON, WED, FRI, North Pavilion – Growing oyster mushrooms with a
cultivation kit • Cordial making • Trigger Point Therapy for headaches.
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BELLAVIA, MINA
Bellavia is a New Orleans based artist who has exhibited in local,
regional, national and international venues. She received her MFA
from Alfred University, Alfred N.Y. and her BFA from Buffalo State
College, Buffalo N.Y. Her interests and development span several
traditional disciplines including: sculpture, printmaking, drawing and
casting. Bellavia enjoys blending various methods and materials to
produce work that ranges from installations, oil paintings and collages
to free standing figure based sculptures.
TUE, THU, SAT, Studio –
The Body Dynamic • The Body Dynamic #2 • Experiential Art Walk
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BINGHAM, CHRISTINA
Majik Dakini (Chrissie Bingham) has been performing since 2008
specializing in Fire Arts, Acrobatics & Temple Dance. Performing and
teaching at a myriad of festivals & events across the US & Central
America. Chrissie then received her 200RYT with Danyasa Yoga
Arts. Since traveling Chrissie is now focused on joining her degree in
psychology with medicinal movement. To this day she travels from
festival to community bringing people together through dance & yoga.
MON, WED, FRI, Roundhouse Field – Fire Safety
TUE, THU, SAT, North Stage – Acro Roots • Body Mandalas •
Expressive Yoga
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BLACKBURN, LESLIE “LIGHT BEARER”
Leslie Blackburn, MS is a Sacred Sexual Healer & Transformational
Guide - a leading educator and coach of sacred sexuality and tantra in
CLAN, ROWAN
While living on Lake Traverse Dakota Sioux Reservation, in SD for 5
years, Gene and Linda Rowand were fortunate to meet Ervin Cook,
a full-blood Sioux willing to teach about his culture, spirituality,
and the Sweat Lodge. They began facilitating Sweat Lodges at
Brushwood over 15 years ago. Those that gathered to help and
learn, gradually became like family and thus members of Rowan
Clan, an ever evolving family.
Sweat Information Class: Men’s, Mixed, Women’s
Days/Times: TUE, WED, THU at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Sweat Lodge: Men’s, Mixed, Women’s
Days/Times: WED, THU, FRI at 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
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CLARK, SKIP
Dr. Skip Clark has a Ph.D. in Medieval History and has taught medieval
and early modern history and the history of Witchcraft at the
university level for over 30 years. He also has published in the areas
of astrology and medicine and has been a regular presenter at Sirius
Rising since its beginning.
MON, WED FRI East Meadow - What’s New in Witchcraft Studies
2016? Witchcraft in Early America After Salem The Witch in European
and Western Imagination
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COCHRANE, WILLIAM “DANDY”
William Cochrane is a member of the Blackfeet Indian Nation, of
Browning Montana. After going through a men’s rite of passage, he
was inspired to empower men to break through myths and pain of
who they “should” be. William’s interest in spirituality has led him to
investigate many areas of worship, from Gnostic Christianity and his
own American Indian Spirituality, to Eastern Indian Spiritual practices.
William is an ordained interfaith minister, Integrated Energy Therapy
Master
TUE, THU, SAT East Meadow – Writing The Man • Blackfoot Lodge
Tales • KING, WARRIOR, MAGICIAN... LOVER
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CORN, GENE
Gene Corn/Wolf Treasures has been collecting rocks and gem since he
was a young boy and now carries them throughout the nation sharing
his knowledge and major collection of stone, gems, and minerals. He
brings this 30 year old wisdom to his classes and booths these last 15
years at Brushwood Folklore Center.
TUE, THU, SAT Wolf Treasurers Booth – Crystals 101 • Crystals 102
part 1 • Crystals 102 part 2
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CRITTENDEN, KAREN
I am a CZT, Certified Zentangle Teacher and have been teaching
Zentangle workshops for several years. It has been my pleasure to work
with this art form and to share it with others. My work with colored
pencils stems back to college and many continuing education courses
in my own attempts to get my pencils to do what I want them to!
MON, WED FRI Studio - Basic Zentangle • Zendala - Zentangle in the
Round • Learning how to color with your colored pencils
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DAWE, BREIGHTON & KATHLEEN
Kathleen and Breighton Dawe are authors, Reiki Masters, experienced
workshop presenters, alternative health practitioners, and teachers.
Kathleen is also a certified hypnotherapist, medical intuitive, and
wonderful storyteller. Breighton combines his engineering and
scientific background with esoteric wisdom teachings to bring the
metaphysical into the “real” world. Together, Kathleen and Breighton
bring their special kind of magic and their love of teaching to
workshops they present jointly.
MON, WED FRI East Meadow - Sacred Timing: Power Days and Cycles
within Cycles • Boundary of Self: Shielding & Personal Space • A New
Emerging History of Earth
rabbinical monotheism. Her academic background includes
archeology studies at the Tel Aviv University, an MA in Conference
Interpreting and an MA in Clinical Counseling with psychotherapy
licenses in Ohio and Kentucky. She has written a number of books on
Israeli earth spirituality and lectured in a variety of countries.
TUE, THU, SAT North Pavilion – Meditation 101. Myths and reality •
Seeing for the Tribes • Liliths: The night Spirits of the Ancient Pagan
Middle East
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EMSLIE, RAVEN and HAFFIE, TOM
Raven, a healing facilitator and Tom, a university science educator,
have been in marital bliss for 35 years. They have raised three
magnificent adult children. Life partnership and parenting, as well
as coaching training, Zen practice and having lived in intentional
community have taught them much about personal process and
group facilitation. Raven is a certified Hatha Yoga teacher.
MON, WED Studio – Stone Soup Kitchen and cooking in community
WED Studio – DIY VR • Death Café
Mon Studio – Changing Families
FRI North Stage – Yoga as Moving Meditation
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FIRESONG
Firesong, M.Ed, is an artist, accomplished singer, certified teacher,
folk herbalist, compulsively diverse master gardener, Global Spirits
priestess, and the choral director of The Voices of the Seasons
Ensemble. She has lead creative rituals for over 20 years. Firesong
conducts regular Global Spirits services and pours for the Starry Night
Sweat Lodge. She recorded several teaching CDs of world chants and
wrote “Global Spirits: Philosophies and Practices”.
MON, WED FRI North Stage – Global Spirits Ritual for the Spirits
of Energy • Basic Songs for Ritual and Fun • Sing It Out!: Advanced
Chanting for Ritual and Fun
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DAY, KENN
Kenn Day is a professional post-tribal shaman with over 25 years of
experience. He teaches a series of workshops on the practices of posttribal shamanism and has two books on the subject as well – Dance
of Stones: A Shamanic Road Trip and Post-Tribal Shamanism: A New
Look at the Old Ways, both of which will be available at his workshops
here at Sirius. Kenn is also a certified facilitator of Systemic and Family
Constellation Work. For a complete schedule of Kenn’s workshops or
to learn more about his work, visit www.shamanstouch.com
WED North Pavilion – Why Shamanism?
THU Storytelling Pav – The Role of the Soul in Family Constellation Work
FRI Main Pav – Understanding Karma From a Shamanic Perspective
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DIXON
Dixon walked away from a distinguished career to follow his dream
full-time, and invented a whole new music genre. Based on his
classically-trained violin mastery, guided by his remarkable personal
story of life transformation, he shows the beauty of doing something
seemingly impossible. Dixon’s passionate energy will enchant,
mesmerize, and inspire you!
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DORSEY, LILITH
Lilith Dorsey M.A., hails from many magickal traditions, including
Celtic, Afro-Caribbean, and Native American spirituality. Her
traditional education focused on Plant Science, Anthropology, and
Film at New York University and the University of London, and her
magickal training includes numerous initiations in Santeria also
known as Lucumi, Haitian Vodoun, and New Orleans Voodoo.She is
author of Voodoo and Afro-Caribbean Paganism, and the soon to be
released Love Magic. Check out her blog Voodoo Universe.
TUE, THU, SAT Studio – Psychic Recording: Audio, Video, and Still
Photography • Fantastic Foods of Love • Introduction To Voodoo and
Afro-Caribbean Paganism
FRI North Stage – Yoga as Moving Meditation
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ELISHEVA
EliSheva is Shophet – elected leader-of Am HaAretz, aka AMHA,
an Israeli Nature/earth oriented Tradition of Peaceful Warriors
that reconnects/revisits the spirituality of ancient Hebrews before
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FRIEND, JASPER
Jasper is a Brushwood baby. Growing up at Brushwood she has been
shaped by community and creativity. She’s a certified partner acrobatic
teacher as well as professional acrobat and pole dancer. Gaining
knowledge of self care and injury repair through years of physical
Profession. She’s also a lover of tea, for passion and practicality. She’s
turning her passion into more, on the trail to persuing an education in
tea and herbal Medicine.
TUE, SAT Babylon Pole – Mind, body, and pole • Mind, body, and pole
THU East Shire – One minute practice
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FROST, GAVIN and YVONNE
Gavin and Yvonne seem to have been around forever. They have
written over 30 books published in five languages, and they are always
at the cutting edge of Wiccan spirituality, philosophy, and magic. The
Church and School of Wicca, founded in 1968 CE, was the first to
articulate Wicca as an alternative spiritual path. The Church of Wicca
is a religious association, has been recognized by a federal appeals
court, has helped the IRS write guidelines to recognize a church, and
is referenced in the Federal Register. Over the last 47 years the School
of Wicca has taught more than sixty thousand students, spreading
Wiccan spirituality throughout the world. It is almost impossible
to estimate the full impact of these two approachable and candid
speakers. Read all about them on the first Wiccan website, wicca.org.
Then come and meet them with your questions.
MON, WED, FRI East Shire – Creativity • The Fall of the Goddess
Civilizations • Wicca 701
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FROST, JO
Taught and organized children’s workshops at festivals for nearly
20 years as well as teaching in the public school system for nearly a
decade. Jo, as well as having a thorough alternative background, also
has a wealth of experience working in a variety of learning situations
including, but not limited to Head Start, Adult Basic Education,
Unitarian Sunday School, and alternative high school settings. As she
grew up attending alternative events, she noticed a real deficit in
opportunities for children to celebrate the wonderful opportunities
they grow up with. It has been a passion of hers to invite and engage
children in their lifestyle.
MON, WED, FRI Kid Village – The Stars and Me • Why do we Believe?
• Why colors?
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES
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FUEGO
Fuego hails from Buffalo, NY. She has 6+ years performing professionally
with Buffalo’s premiere fire troupe, Pyromancy, of which she is also
the Chief Safety Officer. Fuego learned to spin at Brushwood many
years ago, taught her first classes last year, and is delighted to be able
to give back to this community that is so important to her!
MON, WED, FRI, Roundhouse Field –
Fire Spinner Community Meeting #1 - Burn Field Basics
Fire Spinner Community Meeting #2 - Saturday Fire Lighting
Preparations Fire Spinner
Community Meeting #3 - Final Preparation for Saturday/Dress rehearsal
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HAFFIE, BEN “BLOX”
Teaching and performing as ‘Ellio Blox’, Ben has nourished a lifelong
fascination for peering over edges and discovering footholds in the
unlikeliest of places. A full time world-traveling teacher, his acrobatic
passion peaks when he is in front of students. Offering quality
instruction on a deep bag of tricks, Ben has also performed partner
acrobatics across North America with Jasper Friend since 2012 in
their performing arts and production company, Acrodisiac.
TUE, THU, SAT East Meadow – Foundations of Standing Acrobatics •
Thai and Fly! • Invert Yourself!
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HALEY, GREGORY “BEAST”
Gregory Haley, Ph.D., is a writer and researcher on identity
development and a frequent presenter and workshop facilitator on
polyamory history, identity, and practice. He has presented successful
workshops at previous Sirius Rising festivals and similar events in Texas
and Colorado, and has twice presented his scholarship on polyamory
history, culture, and sexual identity at the Southwest Popular Culture
Association Conference. He lives in Austin, Texas.
TUE, THU, SAT Storytelling Pavilion – Polyamory Introduction and
Community Discussion • Polyamory As Sexual Identity • Polyamory
Troubleshooting
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HEASTER, KAREN
that of the Orishas. I am Alaâ Oyana daughter of Judges and the
Orisha Obatala (who has my head).
MON, WED, FRI Studio – Making Sugar Skulls • Introduction to the 7
African Powers • Introduction to the Apocryphal Books of the Bible
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HOLMES, ZEN
Zen Holmes is a loving, pagan, mother of five. She is a certified Core
Strength Vinyasa Yoga instructor and teaches Zensual Yoga (Yoga in
the Buff!) in NYC. She is also a NYS Licensed Massage Therapist. When
she’s not using her healing touch to soothe our bodies and our minds,
she’s teaching traditional African dance movements to touch our
souls and make them fly. Zen Holmes is the Founder/Artistic Director
of Uzuri Dance Theater.
TUE, THU, SAT East Meadow – Zensual Yoga (Yoga in the Buff!) •
Zensual Yoga (Yoga in the Buff!) • Beginner/Basic West African Dance
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JAECKEL, ROBIN of HENNA RISING
Henna Rising, founded by Robin Jaeckel in 2007, is the Premiere
source for 100% all natural henna body art and supplies in Upstate
NY. Robin holds a degree in Art administration and advocacy from
Empire State College and teaches at several Henna conferences and
events a year and is a internationally certified Natural Henna Artist.
Her work has been highlighted in several publications including The
Henna Page’s annual calendar produced by Catherine
Cartwright-Jones.
TUE, THU, SAT Henna Tree – Henna 101 • Henna off the Body •
Henna for Hair
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KRONER, RAE
Rae has been working with kids and teens at Brushwood for quite a
number of years. She is a third degree Priestess of the Covenant of
Brighid’s Haven, where she taught several rounds of Wicca 101. She
is also the High Priestess of the teaching coven, Haven’s Reach.
TUE, THU, SAT Teen Space – Energy work for Teens • Intro to energy
for Adults • Spellwork for Teens
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Karen Heaster began her writing career in advertising. She went
late to college, then graduate school (lots of writing there) and now
writes educational brochures for her employer. She originally refused
to write poetry but got over it. She greatly admires Billy Collins and
Ogden Nash.
TUE, THU, SAT North Pavilion – Poetry Open Mic • Writing Poetry:
Pantouns • Cinquains
KUBALA, JAMIE
HENKE, BRIAN
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Singer/songwriter/fingerstyle guitarist/harp guitarist. Saturday, 11:30
am – 1:00 p.m. Guitar Magic
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HIATT, DIANA “KAI ELSA”
I am a mother of a wonderful 10 year old with special needs. We
have spent many hours learning to play games and teach others how
to join in his favorite activities. All games and activities are simple to
pick up and provide an easy way for kids to get to know one another
in a slightly structured but free environment.
MON, WED, FRI Kid Village – Kids Origami • Kids Puzzle Time • Board
Game Hour
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HOLLAND, LIZ
Liz Holland is a classically trained percussionist, holding a Masters of
Music in Percussion Performance. She has been featured in Drum!
and Modern Drummer magazines and is currently exploring the art
of sound healing.
MON, WED, FRI Storytelling Pavilion – The “Other” Rhythm Circle •
Make a Boobam!• Women’s Frame Drum Circle
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HOLLMAN, FREDDE “ALA”
I am an Intuitive Light worker and have been a solo practicing eclectic
Wiccan for the past 51 years. I majored in History and Anthropology
with an emphasis on religion. I was also a certified teacher with a
specialty in history and social studies. I walk the Ascension path and
Mr. Jamie Kubala has been a public school Art teacher for 28 years,
and has taught various Art workshops at Brushwood for ten years. He
has spent his whole life exploring the creative/spiritual connection,
and believes in everyone’s ability to seek a higher consciousness
through art and imagery.
THU, SAT Studio – A Natural Way to Draw To Music • Introduction to
Spiritual Journaling and Scrapbooking
FRI Studio – The Writer Within
LAFFAN, TJ and CYNTHIA
TJ and Cynthia Laffan are a Third-Degree High Priest and Priestess
of Brighid’s Haven. Cynthia is a Spiritualist Medium as well and both
have performed Divination at various venues. Members of their
local CUUPS, advisors to local authorities and public defenders,
they are proud parents of two marvelously talented people. At
Brushwood they are part of the efforts of many fine folks to raise
another generation of many fine folks. During Sankofa and Sirius
Rising they are offering children and teen activities, and in August
they facilitate a Kid’s Fest weekend at Brushwood. Want to get
involved? Let them know!
M - F, Kid Village – Morning Story and Game or Craft Time
S Kid Village – Kid Parade!!
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LAUFF, BILL
Bill and his wife were introduced to the Naturist (nudist) life style
fourteen years ago. As Brushwood Seasonals and nudists, the couple
can usually be spotted at camp in the buff. They love the open
atmosphere Brushwood embraces and find that the clothing optional
policy is more open and acceptable to non- nudists rather than a
strict nudist camp policy. However, they find a lack of understanding
by non-nudists toward their chosen lifestyle. Bill strives to improve
the understanding about the Naturists lifestyle by non-nudists and
new-nudists new.
MON TUE, 5:30 p.m. East Shire, FRI, 1:30 p.m. North Pavilion –
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SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES
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LEBRUN, STARLET
Starlet Lebrun has an M.B.A in Mediation and Dispute Resolution
from Colorado Technical Institute and B.Sc. in Fashion Textile
Technology with a minor in Deviance from Buffalo State University
and is a certified Hypnotherapist and Instructor from American
School of Hypnosis and a member of AIA. Starlet Lebrun is currently
exploring new paths of experience and enjoying the journey into new
pathways.
MON, WED FRI East Meadow – Painting from within • Reiki and
Healing roundtable and healing circle • Pre-Scription for your life
Wicca, and founder of Spectrum Gate Mysteries. She has fifteen years
of experience with designing and conducting rituals, performing
energy work, and teaching workshops on a wide variety of spiritual
topics. Thista applies the knowledge gained from her master’s degree
in education to developing better curriculum and support structures
for students of modern Paganism.
MON, WED, FRI East Meadow – Coven Craft Without Binary Gender
• Sex, Gods, and Virgins: Ancient Greek “Virginity” and You • Pagan
Pedagogy
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__________________________________ NEWMAN, STACY
LOVE, KIANA
Wild Woman Healer, Kiana Love, founder of Be Wild Woman,
guides women to feel at home in their bodies, safe, wild and free.
She is an intuitive spiritual healer who draws from a wide range of
healing modalities & personal experience to guide women from
trauma to joyful wildness. She holds a B.S. in Behavioral Science,
has certifications in somatic healing and holistic health including
Reiki Master, Reflexologist, Herbalist, Yoga Instructor and Interfaith
Minister.
MON, WED FRI East Shire – Be the Bunny • Chakracize Revelution:
Revel in Your Own Nature • Heal the blood: blessing the womb of
the world
Stacy Newman, Certified Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner:
I have personally been using Energy Medicine since 2006 and have
overcome life-threatening allergies and other body/mind issues.
Beyond Donna Eden’s two-year certification program, I have taken
advanced training in Shifting Deeply Held Patterns and long-standing
physical issues, Energy Medicine for Women, and Brain Health,
among other topics. I am passionate about empowering others to
work with their own energies to reclaim wellness and vitality.
MON, WED FRI North Pavilion – Energy Medicine for Women
• Shifting Habits and Long-Standing Issues with Energy Medicine
• Energy Medicine and Your Brain
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__________________________________ O’LEARY, LAUREN “MADAME ONCA”
MACABRE NOIR and LITA D’VARGAS
Award winning burlesque and side show madame, Macabre Noir is
the embodiment of a true artistic soul as she brings a dark elegance
and satire to the world of burlesque and sideshow. Dedicated to the
art of stage, she performs routines based in traditional numbers but
Macabre twists and turns them into creations of obscure splendor,
bending the line of classic and neo burlesque.
TUE, THU, SAT Main Pavilion – Burlesque Academy
Lauren Onca O’Leary created the World Spirit Tarot deck and book, an
instant classic, in 2000, with the Second Edition coming out in March
2016. The accompanying World Spirit Tarot Adult Coloring Book was
released in 2015. An international entertainer, under her stage name
of Madame Onca, she has been teaching Bellydance and stagecraft
for fifteen years both locally and abroad. She also produces festivals,
writes for magazines, is a torchsinger and a parent.
TUE, THU, SAT North Pavilion – All about Tarot for the Kitchen Witch
and other Pagany Types • Making your own Tarot Deck • Bellydance
like a Beautiful Beast
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MARCUS, LISA “TIGERLILLY”
Lisa (Tigerlilly) has a BFA in Fibers. For the last 25 years she has been
supporting herself by teaching and traveling to shows. Lisa’s interest
in Ancient cultures has led her to sculpt goddesses, mermaids and
dragons on her pottery. Her passion for all animals has inspired her
pots with felines prowling the surfaces. Recently, her old college
love for making wearable art has re-surfaced in the feather/ flower
headresses she will be teaching.
TUE, THU, SAT Storytelling Pavilion – Clay Workshop for Teens •
Fairie Wreaths & Goddess Headresses • Fairie Wreaths & Goddess
Headresses
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MESSIER, CLAUDIA
Current research shows that the more practice we have at bringing
ourselves to a relaxed state, the better we become at putting ourselves
into an intuitively and spiritually receptive state. I have been teaching
crafts for over 50 years, starting with teaching younger neighborhood
children how to make things with twigs, grass, leaves and acorns. I
never looked back. I have never stopped creating, and bringing out
the creativity and empowerment in others.
MON, WED, FRI East Meadow – Identifying Your Genius Loci •
Right Brain Faith, Left Brain Life • And Now For Something New And
Different
PAXSON, DIANA
DIANA L. PAXSON is a well-known author, priestess and teacher, gythja
of Hrafnar kindred. She is an Elder of the Troth, an international
heathen organization whose journal, IDUNNA, she edits. Since
1990 she has pioneered the recovery of traditional Norse oracular
practice, which she has taught in workshops all over North America
and in Europe. In addition to the best-selling TAKING UP THE
RUNES, she is the author of THE WAY OF THE ORACLE, ESSENTIAL
ASATRU, TRANCE-PORTATION, and POSSESSION, DEPOSSESSION AND
DIVINE RELATIONSHIPS, and writes a regular Goddess column for
SAGEWOMAN magazine. She is currently working on a book about
Odin. Paxson has also written numerous mythic short stories and
novels featuring pagan religion, and took over the Avalon series from
Marion Zimmer Bradley. LORRIE WOOD has many years of experience
with the runes foracular seidh. She is the thul of Hrafnar kindred and
assistant Editor of the Troth’s journal, IDUNNA. She has worked with
Diana L. Paxson in presenting classes at Brushwood for ten years.
MON Main Pavilion – Nerthus Procession
MON, WED, FRI Runestead – Introduction to the Runes • Hearing •
Application
TUE, THU Runestead – Seeing • Interacting
SAT Runestead – Oracular Seidh
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__________________________________ PEECHATT, GREGORY
I am a master stone carver and have been carving stone for the
past thirty years.I have carved both small precious stones and large
sculpture / monument (Pan Am Soccer ball ) pieces. I have also been
involved in one form of metaphysical work or another for over thirty
years very often blending or working with the two in conjunction with
one another.
TUE, THU, SAT Storytelling Pavilion – Stone Carving in Place
•
Introduction To stones and Stone carving • Stones and Carving
Intermediate (the Tools) Stones and Carving Advanced
Dr. Greg holds a post graduate degree (DHM) in Homeopathic
Medicine from the British Institute of Homeopathy in England. He
is a homeopathic doctor originally from India and is practicing both
classical and modern homeopathy for over 40 years. He has a PhD in
clinical Psychology and is a Naturopath with extensive training and
practice in Acupuncture Point Stimulation and Cold Laser Therapy. He
has a busy private practice in Rochester, NY.
MON, WED, FRI Studio – Homeopathy - Layman’s Medicine for
the 21st Century • CHOLESTEROL : Myths, Facts, Delusions • LASER
THERAPY for PAIN RELIEF
MINAI, THISTA
POTHIER, LAURA “SADIRA SARASWATI”
METCALFE, JAMES “STONE CARVER”
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Thista Minai is a Priestess of Artemis, polytheist, spiritworker, Ordeal
facilitator, Third Degree High Priestess in the Blue Star Tradition of
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Sadira Saraswati currently dances in two troupes. She has danced
several forms of Middle Eastern and Modern dance and performs
all over western New York.She has studied under Zoe Jakes, Moira
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES
Chapelle and many others . She knows a dancer is never done learning,
there is always more to learn. She has taught dance for 7 years and
has learned astounding things from her students. Her favorite part of
dance is dancing and forming a physical dialogue with musicians as
improvisation unfolds in the moment. You can usually find her in the
roundhouse or the didge dome shaking her shimmy. Feel free to ask
her questions and ask for help with dance.
MON, WED, FRI Storytelling Pavilion – Shimmy round the world •
Fluid arms 101 • Tribal fusion intensive. Part 1, 2, 3
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POTTER, MAIA “MAIA ALEXANDRA”
Maia Alexandra is a professional Bellydancer and Fire Entertainer
based in Buffalo, New York. A veteran performer, her musicality, sass,
and enchanting unusual style is beloved by audiences everywhere she
entertains. Teaching dance since 1995, Maia understands that every
student learns differently. She uses multiple techniques in effort to
teach you as completely as possible! Maia Alexandra is a big believer
in the power of breath and love in the creation of outstanding soulful
dancing.
TUE, THU, SAT North Stage – Ride the Rhythm • Whack and Roll •
Flying fingers: Cymbal techniques
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RIGGIOLA, MARIANNE “RIANNONLIA”
My family tradition is very old (at least 300 years). My coven has nine
members and five of them are Sicilian Stregas. I have been practicing
for over 35 years. I am also an interfaith minister and spiritual
counselor (ordained in 2006). I have mentored at least two who come
to Brushwood in ministry. They are now ordained. I am an expert in
Italian folklre and love my culture.
TUE, THU, SAT East Shire – Stregheria • Stregheria Part Two •
Analyzing Relationships Using the Pentacle
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SCHORK, GRETCHEN
Since 1980, she has studied Magical Qabalah, Runes, Ritual Magic,
Labyrinths, and Calligraphy, and has been teaching Art since 1971.
She was ordained in service to All The Powers in 1989, and is an
experienced Scribe. Author of several books on these topics, she has
been presenting workshops since 1997. Her approach to teaching
includes laughter, facts, experience and respect for the diversity of
experiences the attendees bring to the session.
MON, WED, FRI North Pavilion – Ritual Analysis: the LBRP • Who Is
God? • A Teacher/Student Ritual
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SEEKER
Over 30 years experience with Native American culture has prepared
Seeker to share his knowledge of the Indians, both historically and
spiritually with adults and children at festivals, libraries, museums and
community events.
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SHEFFIELD, ANN GROA
Ann Groa Sheffield has been an amateur student of Germanic culture
since the 1970’s and a practicing Heathen since the 1990’s. She is
currently a member of the Troth, an inclusive, national Heathen
organization that focuses on both historic research and modern
practice. Groa is the author of two books on Heathen subjects: “Frey,
God of the World” and “Long Branches: Runes of the Younger Futhark.”
MON, WED, FRI Runestead – Dimensions of Paganism • Write Like a
Viking (or Anglo-Saxon, or...) • Frey, God of the World
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WEDMEDYK, ALEX
Alex Wedmedyk is a facilitator of self-healing and spiritual growth
workshops, using the power of rhythm. He is a Master Drummaker,
Drummer, Workshop Facilitator, and Craftsman, who relates to a wide
range of human experience. He connects with compassion and deep
understanding to the struggles and challenges of everyday life with a
proactive, simple solution oriented methodology. In his workshop he
integrates the powerful methods of shamanism, with ecstatic trance
rhythms as well as rhythms
TUE, THU, SAT North Stage – Invoking the Rhythm god Ba-Ku-Ba
Going Deeper into Rhythm • Drum Check up & repair
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WEDMEDYK, JOY
Joy Wedmedyk (Iyalocha Omi Lasa) is an initiated Yemaya priestess in
Lucumi Orisha worship, a Kontoumble Shaman (Burkina Fasa, Africa),
and a Ganji initiate of the Wolf Clan of the Seneca Nation. For over
40 years she has presented workshops on Spirit Communication,
Spiritual Healing, Ancestor reverence and Shamanism, She is a
contributing author for the anthologies “Walking the Path of the
Ancient Ways” (Corvis Nocturnum) and “Calling to our Ancestors”
(Sarenth Odinsson).
MON, FRI East Shire – Mexican Folk Healing • Spiritual Evolution
through the Ancestors
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WINSLADE, JASON
Jason L. Winslade, PhD is a scholar and musician active in the
alternative art and spirituality communities in Chicago, where he
teaches courses on writing, ritual, popular culture, and gender
studies. His publications have included essays on television, social
media, theatre, comic books, and festival culture. He is a long
standing member of the Brushwood community and at other festivals
have played with the bands Mayan Ruins, Faebotica and Secrets of
the Beehive.
THU, FRI, SAT East Shire – Bowie and the Occult • Interrupting the
Hero’s Journey • Pagan Consent Culture
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WOODS, BILLY
Billy Woods, national drummer and abbot of Shen-men Gaun (spirit
gate temple), has been teaching Qi Gung, since 1984, and is known
of late for his peace, love and light concerts, where he hopes to
encourage his audiences to have hope that together we can save the
world.
TUE, THU, SAT North Stage – qi gung, intro to qi gang and tai chi • qi
gung shen gung • Qi gang cloud hands aka as short power set
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YEAGER, ALYSSA
Aaron and Alyssa have enjoyed learning, playing, and teaching
strategy games for over 25 years each. Alyssa owns a company called
“Dice Witch” where she creates fantasy and metaphysical accessories
for gamers. Aaron has initiated “learn to play” at his company, where
he teaches employees a variety of games as a form of relaxation and
employee relation-building.
FRI Teen Space – Board Games, instruction available
SAT Kid Village/Main Pavilion – Performance
TUE, THU, Studio – Board Games, instruction available
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__________________________________ ZIMRA
Zimra (Anne Delekta) has been performing and teaching dance and
THREEFEATHERS, LILLITH
Lillith ThreeFeathers has studied dreamwork, alternative healing
and shamanic practices for more than 40 years. Her training spans
North and South America, Europe, and Africa. In addition to shamanic
initiations in the Ute, Tewa, Toltec, and Q’ero traditions, she is an
initiated priestess of Yemoya. She works as a shamanic healer, a
medium, author, and visionary. Quoted in “Drawing Down the Spirits”
by Filan and Kaldera, her publishing credits include hundreds of
articles.
TUE, SAT Studio – The Bare Bones of Worshipping Lilith • Personal
DreamWeaving
THU Studio – The Spirit Mass
movement arts for more than 25 years. She has performed with
various groups and musicians across the eastern United States. She is
a certified flow arts fire safety instructor through
the Flow Arts Institute.
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WANT TO PRESENT A WORKSHOP NEXT YEAR?
Go to www.brushwood.com Sankofa and Sirius Rising
pages to apply on line. Deadline for submissions is
January 31, 2017.
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1 East Shire
2 East Meadow
3 North Stage
4 North Pavilion &
Sacred Circle
5 Main Pavilion
& Stone Circle
6Nemeton
7Runestead
8 Kid Village
9Studio
10 Ritual Field
11 Story Telling Pavilion
12 Rowan Clan
13 Didge Dome
14 Labyrinth &
Ancestor Shrine
15 Upper Pond
16 BWD Radio
17 Henna Tree
18Roundhouse
19 Fairy Garden
Earth Shrine
Air Shrine
Ancestor Mound
Spirit Shrine
Water Shrine
Teen Space
Fire Shrine
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