The McMartin Preschool Case took place at the height of the Satanic Panic of the 1980's and was the most expensive trial ever conducted by the State of California. Outlandish claims of Satanic rituals, child sacrifice and secret tunnels not only drove McMartin's preschool out of business, it sent several innocent people to prison and […]
Following a spiritual path based upon nature involves living with the seasons. Each has its own energy flows, and when we pay attention to them, we can work with the prevailing energy rather than against it. This is the first in a series of four seasonal energy Fireside Chats and will focus on the natural […]
The solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 will be the last time a total eclipse occurs in the continental United States for 20 years. Make the most of your viewing by learning the astronomy, the magick, and the lore of the solar eclipse. KareIsis is an initiate of the Ladywood Tradition who lives in a […]
Blessings of the Vernal Equinox! Join us in Celebration! The Vernal Equinox, Spring Equinox or Ostara as it is more frequently called in modern times, is one of the Sabbats on the Pagan Wheel of the Year as we celebrate it in these times. Its name – Equinox – enlightens us immediately as to the […]
The story of Isis and Osiris is an ancient myth about love conquering all, about jealousy and betrayal, about civilization and order in opposition to chaos. However, the central theme in this story is about not only the death and resurrection of a God, but also about the Divine Feminine who resurrects him, and the […]
Anyone out there hate housecleaning? Me too, which is why I have to find ways to make it enjoyable and even tie it into my spiritual practice. Love housecleaning? Come share your secrets in this wide-ranging discussion.Feel “meh” about the whole thing? Well, why waste time on “meh” when you can transform this stuff into […]
Doreen Valiente was Gerald Gardner's High Priestess, and the author of The Charge of the Goddess, along with many moving pieces of Pagan poetry and ritual. She hasn't received the attention of her more famous colaborator, and she should. Learn why and how she became attracted to the practice of witchcraft and what her contributions […]
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 […]
Wisdom, Love, and Power are three great attributes of the Goddess that we hope to emulate. What is wisdom, and can we do anything to become wiser people? Join us for a deep look, as well as bits of wisdom from philosophers and teachers through the ages, and activities to enhance our own wisdom. Does […]
Following a spiritual path based upon nature involves living with the seasons. Each has its own energy flows, and when we pay attention to them, we can work with the prevailing energy rather than against it. This is the second in a series of four seasonal energy Fireside Chats and will focus on the natural […]
An introduction to the Old Religion, the Craft of the Wise; with history, gods and goddesses, magick and ritual, spiritual practices, customs and traditions, covens and solitaries, cosmology and myths, the Wheel of the Year and more, from experienced Witches. This class will be taught over four evenings online (Tuesdays in May 2024). Students will […]
Have you ever pondered the primacy of “giving-receiving?” Do you know of the “hidden maternal gift economy?” Would you be interested in a discussion which connects these concepts to “the free gifts of nature?” These will be the core concepts framing our exploration in “The Nature of Giving.” Specifically, we will explore a certain, Mother […]