A little-studied witchcraft trial took place at Abiquiu, New Mexico, between 1756 and 1766. The witchcraft outbreak took place less than a century after the Pueblo Revolt and symbolized a resistance by the Genízaros (hispanicized Indians) of Abiquiu to forced Christianization. The response of the Church and the Spanish government stand in sharp contrast to […]
The constellations that we are taught about in Western culture and which are used in Western astrology are an amalgam of Greek, Roman, Arabic, and Latin influences which were recognized by colonial powers and represent the Northern hemisphere. The constellations that came to be used in the Southern hemisphere are largely a display of the […]
Dens, home offices, She Sheds, Man Caves, mini-sanctuaries… everyone needs a place where they can escape daily demands (and families or roommates) and pursue arts, crafts, and hobbies… or read quietly… or just chill and dream. Do you have such a place? What’s it like? What do you do there? Could it be even better? […]
Our Board meetings are all held on Zoom. Please contact info@ardantane.org for an invitation via email. The members of the Ardantane Circle (the Board, staff, faculty, students, and anyone else interested in steering Ardantane’s ship) meet every two months to make decisions about the curriculum and the campus. Come join us to help plan Ardantane’s […]
It's time to celebrate Yule, the Winter Solstice! As we honor the returning light, we’ll learn how Yule has been and continues to be celebrated across the pagan world. Then we'll engage in a ritual designed to connect us with the season’s magic. We’ll explore the symbolism of the evergreen, the warmth of the hearth, […]
Contribute your energy, time, and talents to the upkeep of our beautiful campus near Jemez Springs, New Mexico. We work from 8:00 or 9:00 AM, depending on the season… starting earlier in summer, later in winter. We begin with a simple opening ceremony, and end sometime in the afternoon, usually around 4:00 PM—but you can […]
For the last two Fridays of the year, we will be taking a short winter break. Join us again starting January 3, 2025 for another 50 Friday sessions!
Saturday, December 21, 6:30-8:30 pm, at the Ardantane Campus. Free. There will will songs, stories, fellowship and feasting. Bring a potluck dish or beverage, and wear red and white if you wish. No charge, though freewill donations are welcome. Call Amber at (505) 469-7777 for directions. You may RSVP below if you like.
For the last two Fridays of the year, we will be taking a short winter break. Join us again starting January 3, 2025 for another 50 Friday sessions!
Is the modern religion of Wicca related to ancient magickal practices? How? Were the women and men executed for Witchcraft during the burning times really practicing witchcraft? Why were they accused? Do we know what they actually did? Answers to these questions and more in this Ardantane class. History is far from the dull recitation […]
