Presenters & Performers
Danielle Dionne
Magickal Mediumship – Communication with the Dead
Mediumship is the process of communicating with the spirits of the dead. For many, feeling the presence of a loved one after death is a welcomed validation that the spirit lives on. And yet, mediumship can be so much more! This presentation will provide a brief overview of mediumship and techniques to enhance your connection to the spirit world. Join us as we discuss tips for opening and closing to spirit communication and ways to honor the dead through meditation, ancestor veneration, ritual, and magickal practices.
Danielle Dionne is a psychic medium, witch, herbalist, homesteader, and author of Magickal Mediumship and Chronically Magickal. She is a High Priestess in the Temple of Witchcraft Tradition, serving as Ministerial Deputy of Scorpio for death and dying, sacred sexuality, and ancestral connections. Danielle runs Seed and Sickle, an online space where she offers psychic and mediumship sessions, herbalism consultations, mentorship, and consultation on death care support and living with chronic illness. She lives in southern NH at Crossroads Farm, a spirited homestead raising heritage breed livestock. She enjoys connecting with those, like herself, who are magickal practitioners living with chronic illness.
Danielle Dionne – Psychic Medium
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Val Stormcrow
Creating Sacred Space
The need to create sacred space has been part of the human experience since time immemorial and remains an essential element of virtually every religious and spiritual practice. Once used to protect from the dangers of the physical world, most individuals today create sacred space to protect not only from physical interference, but from spiritual as well. Whether as protection from psychic attack or negative energies to calling upon spiritual entities to partake or celebrate, the creation of sacred space is an invaluable practice for any magick practitioner. Learn simple techniques for individuals or groups on how to perform and create sacred space.
Irena and Valentine Stormcrow lead Serenity Circle coven based in Marlborough, NH and have 28 combined years of active Pagan practice. Serenity Circle is a second-generation eclectic coven that practices a blend of several European traditions. Valentine is a Norse godhi (priest) with a root in European shamanism who has been walking the Pagan path since the age of 13. Irena who grew up in a practicing Pagan household, is a Hekatean priestess and practitioner of both green and hearth witchcraft. She is an adept of the healing arts.
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Dawn Hunt
Kitchen Witchcraft for Deeper Connection to Spirit
Food is love. Food is life. Food is Magick. And the energies of food can guide us through our daily lives with simple and practical practices aligned with our greatest good. Have you ever thought there could be a deeper meaning to your food cravings, or why the smell of a fresh herbs feels connective to your ancestry? In this workshop we will take a deeper dive into the energy of food, how to take foods and use them for insight and mindfully practices. and the spiritual meanings of many popular, easily accessible ingredients. This workshop will include discussion and mediation if time allows.
Dawn Aurora Hunt, owner and CEO of Cucina Aurora Kitchen Witchery, has been teaching and writing on the topics of Kitchen Witchery and Spiritual Nutrition since 2010, when she started her own company making gourmet foods with a dash of magic and a heaping helping of positive vibes as the main ingredients. With simple ingredients and the power of intention, Hunt teaches people how to cook simple meals in a mindful way to help achieve spiritual goals. Incorporating magic and energy work into food, she has grown her brand to reach people from all faiths and spiritual backgrounds. She is the host of popular podcast Conversational Witchcraft and the author of Tastes from the Temple, A Kitchen Witch’s Guide to Love and Romance, and Kitchen Witchcraft for beginners. Her latest project is a Culinary Magickal Oracle Card Deck, due to release in early 2025
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Gayle Nogas
Practical Poppet Making Workshop
In this workshop you will craft your own personal poppet (cloth doll) for manifesting health, healing, protection, to gain employment fertility, and much more. The use of poppets dates back to ancient Babylonia, Egypt, Greece and Rome. Used to bind deities for defensive purposes. Poppets are basically effigies (images) of a person made from paper, clay, fabric, steel, corn husks or any other suitable material.
Gayle Nogas M H; was the founder and proprietor of Gayle’s Thyme Herbal Apothecary in Enfield, CT. Gayle opened her store in 1995 as a small herb shop and carried over 500 varieties of herbs, spices, and teas, essential oils, and a full line of magickal supplies. She offered classes, demonstrations, and workshops using herbs and aromatherapy for healing your mind, body, and spirit. She has been a practicing Witch for more than 50 years and it was a major part of her store.
Through her 40 years as an herbalist, Gayle has taught classes in many aspects of herbalism. During that time, she received her Master Herbalist Diploma from the American College of Healthcare Sciences, Portland Oregon, and is a long-time member of the Connecticut Herb Association, Northeast Herbal Association, and National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy.
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Diana Harris
Lunar Alchemy: Harnessing the Magic of October’s Full & Waning Moons
Join us for an enlightening exploration of October’s full and waning moons, as we uncover the subtle yet powerful ways these celestial events can guide our personal growth and spiritual journey.
We will delve into the ancient wisdom surrounding lunar cycles and their influence on our inner world. Diana will share valuable insights into the unique energies of October’s moons and how they can be harnessed for positive change. You’ll also experience a thoughtfully designed waning moon ritual, offering a chance for reflection and renewal.
This presentation is an opportunity to connect with a practice that has nurtured spiritual seekers for generations. By understanding and working with these natural rhythms, we open ourselves to greater harmony and purpose in our lives. Whether you’re new to lunar practices or a seasoned practitioner – this seminar promises to deepen your appreciation for the moon’s subtle yet profound influence.
Diana Harris is a nationally known intuitive counselor, holistic healer, medium, and educator, with a dedicated practice spanning over 25 years. Widely recognized for the clarity of her intuitive and mediumship services, as well as her engaging workshops, Diana has earned a reputation as a sought-after professional in her field.
She maintains a deep connection with Mother Earth and her Wisdom Keepers. Diana’s practice incorporates a wealth of knowledge, including shamanism, archetypes, vibrational medicine, and angels. These ancient teachings serve as a powerful methodology for self-discovery, healing, and spiritual growth.
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Frankie
Live Performance
Frankie is a singer, songwriter, that has been playing guitar and writing music since she was 12 years old. In 2023 she started performing her original songs. Her influences are Amy Winehouse, Ani DiFranco, Nina Simone, and Joni Mitchell. She has a folky, alternative style with strong soulful vocals and heartfelt lyrics to each song. She is passionate in what she does.
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Jenna Greene
Journey To the Shadow Goddesses: A Musical Ritual
Join Jenna Greene on a guided musical journey into the realms of the Shadow Goddesses. This mystical meditation weaves together original songs, powerful archetypes, and thought-provoking words to deepen your connection with the darker parts of yourself. This connection is often called “shadow work.” Jenna perceives shadow work as both introspection and action regarding fears, blockages, harmful patterns and habits, setting boundaries, and protecting your energy.
Known for her uplifting songs and workshops on positive affirmations, you may be surprised to see Jenna presenting on the subject of shadow work. She writes, “If you’ve met me, you know that I am wild about mantras and positive psychology. But, there’s much more to healing on all levels. I spent so many years focused on lightwork and affirmations that, when I came to a dark time in my life, I threw false positivity at it. Traumatic events soon followed and my own patterns kept me from breaking free. While at The Morrigan’s Call retreat several years ago, I encountered the stories, symbols, and strength of the goddess Badb, who is an aspect of the Morrigan. This event began my passion for shadow work. I went on to study the dark goddesses Kali, Hela, and Hekate. I began to experience “lighter” goddesses, like Frigga, on a deeper, darker level. Through this work, I created songs, meditations, and daily rituals. I learned deep lessons on facing fears. This event – part guided meditation, part musical, part ritual – is an introduction to that journey. I’ve created this musical in a way where each participant gets to be the star and make this their very own empowering story.”
Live Performance
Emmy-nominated composer and recording artist Jenna Greene, “The Greene Lady”, is a weaver of musical myth and magic. With a voice that is both ethereal and soulful, she sings of ancient lore, finding wonder and following dreams. Jenna beautifully interlaces her Celtic, World Folk, and New Age influences to create haunting ballads, drum-driven dance tunes, lilting harp and mythic story.
Jenna was nominated for an Emmy in 2019 for the soundtrack of the independent short film, “The Woodland Alchemy” and has marked the release of her fifth album, “Wings,” a collection of songs about hope and transformation. You can find Jenna performing at Celtic, Pagan, Renaissance, Natural and Holistic Living festivals throughout the region. She also performs for weddings and other special occasions.
For an even more immersive experience, contact Jenna about hosting her musical meditation “Journey To the Shadow Goddesses” for your spiritual group: greeneladymusic@gmail.com
Support Jenna’s work through Patreon: www.patreon.com/jennagreene
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The L.I.A.R.S.
Live Performance
The Ladies of Integrity, Aristocracy, Repute, and Society, or L.I.A.R.S., are a troupe of women who love to raise their voices together in song. They often perform at Renaissance Faires, but also perform traditional folk songs and sea shanties for a more modern audience.
The five lovely ladies, who go by the names of Temperance, Modesty, Serenity, Grace, and Patience have stated their goal to spread lovely harmonies and a love and appreciation of traditional music and sea chanties wherever they go.
https://www.facebook.com/LadiesofIntegrity
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Untitl’d, Derek O’Sullivan & Ed Newton
Live Performance
Bonding over shamanism, science fiction, and archaic music styles like Rush, the Doors, and Neil Young when they met, Untitl’d was born out of a conversation about blending those interests into their own tasty musical eggroll. Combining electric and acoustic sounds with world instruments to express interests in various musical and spiritual influences for their storytelling, they have been active for the last 20 years. Over those years, they have also added their unique noises to musical acts like Hollow, Eddy Dyer & the Walking Shoe Revival, Penpa Tsering, SUMO, and the Jenna Greene Band, as well as ritual music for numerous local pagan communities and churches around New England.
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Keira Curtis
Live Performance
Keira is a talented artist and singer from Concord NH who has been creating music for the last 10 years and specializes in indi pop blues with a spiritual twist. She is the lead singer of the band Ashborne as well as a solo artist. Kiera’s music is passionate and soulful and will definitely get you on your feet and grooving. This is her first time at Celebrate Samhain so please help us make her feel welcome!
https://www.facebook.com/keira.curtis.7
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Justin Hunt
Live Performance
Justin Hunt is a versatile musician who has played in different styles for the last 20+ years. Rhythm guitarist for doom metal band Tenebrae, bassist for pagan folk band Featherscale, and currently live bass player for dark electronic band Delusive Relics. He also does recording work and produces theme music for podcasts.
https://www.instagram.com/justin.hunt.bassist/
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