Winter Solstice Holiday of Light’s Return & Rebirth Winter Solstice has arrived! It marks the night of the year. But those days are coming to an end and the sunlight will be returning! Yule (pronounced EWE-el or EWE-elle) (also known as Jól) is a Pagan festival that celebrates this time of year and the upcoming longer days by Pagans, Neo-Pagans, Wiccans, those who practice magic, and many others! In 2022, … Continue reading Yule
Harvest Holiday of Recognition & Reflection The hot days of Summer have been present for some time now. It is also the official beginning of the first harvest of the year! There is an ancient holiday celebrated by pagans, Wiccans, and others of all faith backgrounds that recognize this special time of year called Lughnsadh (pronounced LOO-na-sa or LOO-nuh-suh) or Lammas (pronounced lah-MIS or luh-MAHS). Every year it … Continue reading Lughnasadh/Lammas
Summer Solstice Holiday of Sunshine & Spirit The Summer Solstice has arrived and marks the longest day of the year with the sun seemingly sitting still in the sky! The word “solstice” comes from the Latin word solstitium, which translates as the “sun stands still.” In 2022, it falls on June 21 in the Northern Hemisphere and December 21 in the Southern Hemisphere. In 2023, it will fall on … Continue reading Litha
April 20 – May 20 Constellation Taurus is found in the Constellation Taurus spanning 30-60 degrees of the Zodiac. This Zodiac Sign was actually the first established among the ancient Mesopotamians, who named it the “Great Bull of Heaven.” Thus, the image of Taurus is one of a Bull, and there are many tales and myths surrounding the worshiping of the Bull in many ancient cultures. In Ancient … Continue reading Taurus ♉
Spring Equinox Holiday of Revival & Renewal The Spring Equinox is here! For 2022 and 2023, it falls on March 20 in the Northern Hemisphere and September 23 in the Southern Hemisphere. In 2024, it will fall on March 20 in the Northern Hemisphere and September 22 in the Southern Hemisphere. Ostara is a holiday that recognizes and celebrates the Spring Equinox and the arrival of Spring. It … Continue reading Ostara
