Pagan Pride Day

Pre-event article about PPD 2014

Schedule & Activities
Vendors & Organizations

The Auburn (Alabama) Pagan Pride Day (PPD) was held Sunday, September 14, 10am - 7:00 pm Central time, at the Davis Arboretum on the Auburn University. Hosted by Church of the Spiral Tree, PPD is always an all-day event, open to everyone, children included, and is free to attend. The non-perishable food items that were collected were donated to the East Alabama Food Bank, in the name of Church of the Spiral Tree.

10:00 am
Introduction to Sigil Magic - by Eileen Hall
Come learn how to work with sigils, a visual method of spellcasting that can be used regardless of path or belief system. All you need is your imagination and a pen.

11:00 am
Dowsing - by Linda
Learn about the ancient art of dowsing with L-rods and pendulums. Dowsing can be used to locate water, metal, lost objects, and even lost people. Rods will be provided; feel free to bring your own pendulum or rods.

12:00 pm
Church of the Spiral Tree's General Membership Meeting
A meeting for all active members of Church of the Spiral Tree. If you are interested in joining CST, you are welcome to stop by and meet us!

1:00 pm
Show and Tell - by skippy
Come "show" yourself and "tell" us about your path, experiences, and any other bits of personal information you might want to share with the community. This will be an informal discussion, with attendees surrounding the moderator in a circle. So, come, meet, and learn about your fellow pagans. Who knows, you might even make a friend or two if you're not careful!

2:00 pm
Introduction to Pagan Traditions
Let our panel introduce you to a variety of Pagan belief systems. Speakers/traditions include: Craig (Asatru), Seba (Gangani), Skippy (Faerie Faith), Siryn (African Diasporic religions), and Joseph Ravenwolf (Faery Wicca). 2 hours.

3:00 pm
Introduction to Pagan Traditions continued

4:30 pm
Build-a-Ritual Class - by Wizzard Rodney Hall
Attendees at Pagan Pride Day will come together to join our creative forces and put together the main ritual for the event! Just bring an open and a creative spirit as we design a group ritual to be performed at 6:00 pm.

6:00 pm
Open Ritual

CatNip Dreams - Madeline Smith, Columbus, GA 31906.

Cody Jasper, Local Artist - Contact: (334) 559-3688.

Dragon Hills Retreat - We are a privately owned and operated 30 acre campground and event center located on the western border of Georgia. Our property features secluded woods and rolling hills that make it perfect for camping or hosting your private event. Take a stroll on the paths while listening to the sounds of nature. Bask in the sun while reading your favorite book in the open field. Gather around the campfire and bring out your inner child with some toasted marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers.
We offer many facilities including cabins for rent, RV electric hookups, primitive tent camping, hot showers, flushing toilets, and ample parking. We have an outdoor stage with electric and plenty of room for vendors. We also offer WIFI for vendors and group organizers. There is a large fire pit great for a bonfire, drumming, and dancing.
Dragon Hills Retreat is able to host many different types of events such as weddings, reunions, company retreats, scouts, and drum circles, the possibilities are endless, no matter how large or small. So whether you just want to escape the city and get away for a while or host a gathering, our friendly staff will do its best to accommodate whatever you may need to make your event successful and memorable. 125 Lolly Bump Road, Bowdon, GA 30108; (770) 258- 7717; www.dragonhills.net; reservations@dragonhills.net.

La Buona Vita - Crafting Mojo bags, poppets, oils, incense, baths, mists and more to help you achieve "The Good Life." www.labuonavitausa.com, www.facebook.com/LaBuonaVitaUSA; (678) 871-6656.

The Moonlit Dance - We at The Moonlit Dance offer unique handcrafted earrings and bracelets. We make and design our own crochet and knit scarves and hats. We also have homemade hemp bracelets. We also hope to soon offer candles and soaps. themoonlitdance@gmail.com, www.facebook.com/TheMoonlitDan ce/info, themoonlitdance.storenvy.com.

Nightshade - Purveyor of handmade silver, copper, bronze, and gemstone jewrlry, including Nightshade's signature Tree of Life pendants; brooms; glass cabochon pendants; witchy keyrings and magnets; herbal dream pillows; handmade goddess dolls; altar accesories; wands; Books of Shadows; unique Halloween decor. email: nightshadearts@gmail.com; (706) 518-9815; find me on Facebook! www.facebook.com/NightshadeArts.

Pink Dragon Oasis - Official Pagan Pride Day food vendor, selling popcorn, cotton candy, Italian shaved ice, & hotdogs.

The Southern Fried Witch, southernkitchenwitch.com.