Long ago, people chose new names to disguise their identities and be safe from persecution. Even today, some Pagans choose or are given special magickal names for use within their spiritual family, or among the Pagan community generally, or everywhere. Yet special, secret names can also be part of an alchemical journey of self-exploration and […]
In an earlier Friday Seminar this month, we talked about “the nature of giving.” One of the directions my mind takes when thinking in that context is about the confluence of Yule, the Solstice and Christmas. There are numerous and more than enough thoughts, tales, analyses and discussions of the origins of each and all. Still, […]
Welcome to an overview of the Celtic pantheon, presented by Lora Jackson Legare, who has done many classes on the individual deities in previous years. Tonight’s class is an overview of the Celtic gods and goddesses, how their stories intersect and more. Join Lora Jackson Legare in her exploration of this hero of the ancient […]
This coming Saturday, February 11, you are invited to come to a work party at Ardantane... and earn, or re-earn, the noble designation of "Ardantane Blessed Beaver." We will gather about 9:00 am, and work until 3 or 4, whenever we reach a logical stopping place. The weather forecast for Saturday is a pleasant high […]
We have grappled with the concept of ‘spirituality.’ In this seminar we take on the concept of ‘P/pagan.’ What does the word mean to you? How do you define or explain being Pagan, or a Pagan? Is Pagan only one of the collection of modern, mostly Western European practices and belief systems included in a […]
Our Board meetings in 2023 will all be held on Zoom. Please contact amberk1@ardantane.org or call 505-469-7777 for an invitation via email. The members of the Ardantane Circle (the Board, staff, faculty, students, and anyone else interested in steering Ardantane’s boat) meet every two months to make decisions about the curriculum and the campus. Come […]
We are all familiar with the energy of dark and full moon, but the moon has many faces and phases, all of which can be used in our magick.. KareIsis covers what the Diana’s Bow moon phase can be used for and how it relates to its associated deity (Artemis or Diana), and more. KareIsis […]
If you live within driving distance of Ardantane, we could sure use your help on Saturday April 8! Our campus needs a LOT of tender loving care... we're still catching up from Covid. Whether you're a total amateur or a building pro, we've got ALL KINDS of projects that need your help! Painting […]
Ardantane has existed for over 25 years, most of them at the campus in the Jemez Mountains. Rowan has been involved from its beginnings in northern New Mexico. Join her to learn more about the challenges and triumphs that make the campus what it is today, exciting plans for Ardantane’s future, and how you can […]
The ancient Egyptians worshiped their gods for at least 3,000+ years before the Romans closed their temples and imposed Christianity. What draws some of us to ancient Egypt and its complex mythologies? Learn some key concepts of Kemetic practice, how ancient Egypt has profoundly influenced our culture, and how one follower has navigated her path. […]
The Pagan spiritual year is based upon our agrarian ancestor's observations of the cycles of the sun and earth. We celebrate the landmarks of those cycles with our Sabbat celebrations. This Fireside Seminar will review what the major stations of the wheel are, not for celebration purposes, but rather to find how we can integrate […]
In the second of the continuing 2023 Moon Series presented by Colorado Witches, Lydia Smith and D Garret will explore the magickal workings best done at a quarter moon. Witches often do magicK on the new and full moons, but the quarter moon provides powerful Moon energy also. The Quarter Moon shows only half Her […]
